Rich Monetti
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Family Connections in White Plains Helps Families Through Borderline Personality Disorder
Photo by RenaudPhoto Imagine that the island stranding Tom Hanks in the film Castaway triggered a genetic predisposition to borderline personality disorder. The possibility of symptoms manifesting would be about as likely as his one way conversations with "Wilson" turning interactive. "It plays out within close relationships," says Social Worker Perry Hoffman. This leaves the patient in a consistent state of fearing abandonment, rage, distorted perceptions, self mutilation and suicidal behavior. But what of family members trying to navigate their loved ones and themselves through a disorder that turns lives upside down.
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Longevity
At NYU: Howard Gardner Shares His Wisdom on Theory of Multiple Intelligences
Photo by GreenFlames09 Recently, Howard Gardner brought his theory of multiple intelligences to NYU. Mary Brabeck, Dean of the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human development had the difficult task of succinctly introducing Dr. Gardner. “When it comes to Howard Gardner, there is no briefly,” she said of the 1981 MacArthur Fellowship and holder of 20 honorary degrees.
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Education
13-Year Old John Jay Middle School Student Makes Magic with Her Flute
Photo by Angela Thomas 13-year old Rachel Rodgers of John Jay Middle School can offer an opinion on the flute player that most readily comes to mind for those of us raised on classic rock. "I've only heard him a few times," said the eighth grader of Jethro Tull, "and he's really good." Sounds a little light on the Ian Anderson, and makes you wonder what they're teaching these kids in school today?
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Beat
Jo Koy goes from Door to Door Comedian to Hitting the Big Time
Photo by Manouel Roman Comedian Jo Koy hit it big when he received a standing ovation on the tonight Show in 2005. His ascension prior to that point meant he literally had to be on his toes just to get by. Renting out 1000 seat venues in Vegas, Koy would sell tickets to coworkers at his three jobs for $20 a piece. Learning quickly it was much harder to get the money after the show, he actually went door to door to collect the cash several hours beforehand. Turning a small profit most of the time, his actual comedy education also came on the cheap. In other words, the persistent downfalls found only in his home town of Seattle led to the comedic rise he enjoys today.
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Geeks
Confessions of a JFK Conspiracy Addict
Photo by Gage Skidmore I love a good conspiracy, and YouTube is littered with documentaries that would make Oliver Stone weep. I should know, I swallowed up the 1991 Oscar nominated film like an apostle to scripture. But while my proclivities to be initially peaked hasn’t been diminished, I’ve become more discerning. Case Closed by Gerald Posner took care of the rest of my irrational leanings, and closed the book on JFK by simply presenting the known facts.
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Geeks
Part II : Kirk Versus Spock—The Captain of the Enterprise Always Wins the Episode
Photo by Gage Skidmore One of the things that has made Star Trek endure is the duking it out that takes place between Kirk and Spock at the end. The successful formula always had the two giants trying to gain the upper hand in the interpretation of events. So in case you hadn't noticed, the winner usually lands Kirk in the win column, while Spock can't figure out why he's left licking his wounds.
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Futurism
Are You Sure That Your Ancestors Came Here Legally and That Today's Immigrants Just Want a Handout
Photo by Celso FLORES Immigration, a subject that gets everyone’s ire up. I am among them. For me, it’s the generalizations that infuriate me, and unfortunately, my fellow Italians do their fare share. So let’s begin.
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in The Swamp
The Yardbirds Still Blasting Their Classic Rock Guitars
Photo by ultomatt Any mention of the Yardbirds almost immediately turns the conversation to the band’s three trailblazing classic rock guitarists – Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page. Often lost in those five decades’ old riffs, the founder and composer of all those songs must feel somewhat slighted in the way he’s so effortlessly written off the pages of oral history.
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Beat
Hate the Red Sox? This Yankee Fan Doesn’t Understand
Photo by Jennifer Boyer I began watching baseball in 1973 and simply followed my lineage in adopting the Yankees as my team at the age of nine. Flirting with first place briefly that year, three Bobby Murcer home runs deposited not far from where I was seated was the extent of it. However, I didn’t take kindly to the Baltimore Orioles taking the division that year. 1974 officially introduced me to the Yankees-Red Sox, and I was on the hate train with everyone else. But down the road, I have never been able to understand the disdain Yankee fans have for their rival to the north.
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Unbalanced
Part III: Best Second Tier Episodes of 'Star Trek: The Next Generation'
Photo by Cristiano Betta Do you remember when we thought Klingons were completely soulless warmongers who loved to kill and oppress. Many of us even had reservations about allowing one to serve as an officer on the Enterprise. But you never really know a man until you walk in his shoes, and Gene Roddenberry reminded us of that when he placed Mr. Worf on the bridge.
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Futurism
Part II: Snippets of Somers Teachers
A few more snipets of our Somers Teachers Mr. Bickel I think my brother had Mr. Bickel, but the luck of the draw did not do me the honors in 7th grade. I set out to get to know him nonetheless, and once again, no string of memories to draw upon. There’s just the strong impression of his sense of humor, and an appearance that was not as athletically sleek as a Mr Pellegrino or Mr. Burke. But my main memory from that time comes from the field of play.
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Education
Americans Need to Stop Saying Thank You for Your Service
Photo by Billie Grace Ward I’ve met, and more importantly, interviewed quite a few soldiers and veterans in my career. As such, I’ve never said, “thank you for your service.” Oh my, I must be some kind of serious asshole. I’m not, I just can’t bring myself to say it, because as I will explain, the words don’t ring true. Of course, I do feel awful for the omission. But do I have a better idea, and even if I lag behind in my own recommendation, I have arrived at a send off that has me grateful for being able to say it with true sincerity
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Serve
