It has all the features of a smart TV : wireless OTA firmware upgrades. Netflix, Prime Video and all other streaming apps like a wireless smart TV. It has the 32 inch form factor which not too big unlike the 42 inchers of LG C series, 4k so just the right PPI for text use. 240 hz so future proof for most PC games and QD OLED so higher color volume. Now it remains to be seen if it is bright enough.

Yes it is long but bare with me, it is worth the read. Express Inc. (EXPRQ) has emerged as an obvious candidate for a short squeeze in my opinion. This is driven by several compelling factors. Despite its relatively low profile and market cap of just $2.73 million (with sales of $1.78B, yes with a $B), EXPRQ is a smaller, more agile target that could be significantly impacted by concentrated buying activity. Just look at what happened to Toys-R-Us (TOYRF). It went up 1,000% in two days! And with under $5M worth of volume. That's a fun chart to look at. It even already has its own subreddit EXPR.
Express's relation to the other meme stocks that went parobolic in 2021 is very closely knit. Don't take my word for it. Go take a look. WSB is littered with Express Inc. with ties to GME, AMC, BB, KOSS and BBBY. Better yet, how about we ask the top 5 chat bots what the biggest meme stocks were. From these pictures you can see that all the top chat bots (Meta, Open AI, Microsoft, Google) all tell you Express Inc. was and still is affiliated with the meme short squeezes.
This doesn't even mention the financial metrics and market conditions that poise EXPRQ for significant price movements. Notably, the stock has not yet experienced a significant price jump, remaining under the radar of all investors.
With high short interest, currently around 20% (ya right), this indicates a substantial portion of the hegde funds like the one we all know and love, Citadel, betting against the stock. Yes, CITADEL! Coupled with low trading volume, any surge in buying activity could lead to a rapid increase in the stock price as short sellers rush to cover their positions just like with TOYRF.
The financial health of EXPRQ further supports the case for a short squeeze. The company has shown strong operational improvements, with gross margins increasing to 30%, a reduction in net loss by 36%, and an impressive 88% increase in cash and cash equivalents. Additionally, Express has reported a 32% increase in operating income and a 14% increase in current assets. I believe these positive financial trends, combined with a price-to-book ratio of only 0.185 (meaning heavy discount on the stock price as is and the total assets - debts = +$110M) indicate that the stock is extremely undervalued.
I will also point out that there has been lots of speculation around what GameStop will use its cash for, and the majority of fingers point to acquisitions. Acquisitions of lots of different companies, Express included. With GME issuing another 120M shares (45M + 75M), they will have plenty to choose from. Some even pointing out Ryan Cohen could buy up companies who had faced the same fate GameStop was looking at back in 2021, in sort of a tribute to the share holders. The capital required for these acquisitions would be minimal and wouldn't affect their bottom line very much either. I mean they did just raise over $2B. This is a long shot but one can't rule it out.
Lastly, I'd like to point out that it's obvious this has slipped by all retail investors. There is not reason EXPRQ shouldn't be gaining along side GME and the rest of the 2021 short squeeze stocks. Look at the price action over the past few weeks. Mostly completely flat! People forgot about the gold nugget due to the ticker chance and it is primed to skyrocket!
All this information can be found in their most recent 10-K annual report. EXPRQ trades on the OTC markets and can only be purchased by certain brokerages like Interactive Brokers, E*TRADE, Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, Fidelity and a few others.
I will be coming out with another DD soon related more about the improved financials and how the company can come out of chapter 11 bankruptcy (which is the good-for-shareholders restructuring kind, if there was a good one) and the fact that EXPRQ assets minus debts are over $100M. And as always, not financial advice.
Position: 33,000 shares

Yes it is long but barr with me, it is worth the read. Express Inc. (EXPRQ) has emerged as an obvious candidate for a short squeeze in my opinion. This is driven by several compelling factors. Despite its relatively low profile and market cap of just $2.73 million (with sales of $1.78B, yes with a $B), EXPRQ is a smaller, more agile target that could be significantly impacted by concentrated buying activity. Just look at what happened to Toys-R-Us (TOYRF). It went up 1,000% in two days! And with under $5M worth of volume. That's a fun chart to look at. It even already has its own subreddit EXPR.
Express's relation to the other meme stocks that went parobolic in 2021 is very closely knit. Don't take my word for it. Go take a look. WSB is littered with Express Inc. with ties to GME, AMC, BB, KOSS and BBBY. Better yet, how about we ask the top 5 chat bots what the biggest meme stocks were. From these pictures you can see that all the top chat bots (Meta, Open AI, Microsoft, Google) all tell you Express Inc. was and still is affiliated with the meme short squeezes.
This doesn't even mention the financial metrics and market conditions that poise EXPRQ for significant price movements. Notably, the stock has not yet experienced a significant price jump, remaining under the radar of all investors.
With high short interest, currently around 20% (ya right), this indicates a substantial portion of the hegde funds like the one we all know and love, Citadel, betting against the stock. Yes, CITADEL! Coupled with low trading volume, any surge in buying activity could lead to a rapid increase in the stock price as short sellers rush to cover their positions just like with TOYRF.
The financial health of EXPRQ further supports the case for a short squeeze. The company has shown strong operational improvements, with gross margins increasing to 30%, a reduction in net loss by 36%, and an impressive 88% increase in cash and cash equivalents. Additionally, Express has reported a 32% increase in operating income and a 14% increase in current assets. I believe these positive financial trends, combined with a price-to-book ratio of only 0.27 (meaning total assets - debts = +$110M) indicate that the stock is extremely undervalued.
I will also point out that there has been lots of speculation around what GameStop will use its cash for, and the majority of fingers point to acquisitions. Acquisitions of lots of different companies, Express included. With GME issuing another 120M shares (45M + 75M), they will have plenty to choose from. Some even pointing out Ryan Cohen could buy up companies who had faced the same fate GameStop was looking at back in 2021, in sort of a tribute to the share holders. The capital required for these acquisitions would be minimal and wouldn't affect their bottom line very much either. I mean they did just raise over $2B. This is a long shot but one can't rule it out.
Lastly, I'd like to point out that it's obvious this has slipped by all retail investors. There is not reason EXPRQ shouldn't be gaining along side GME and the rest of the 2021 short squeeze stocks. Look at the price action over the past few weeks. Mostly completely flat! People forgot about the gold nugget due to the ticker chance and it is primed to skyrocket!
All this information can be found in their most recent 10-K annual report. EXPRQ trades on the OTC markets and can only be purchased by certain brokerages like Interactive Brokers, E*TRADE, Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, Fidelity and a few others.
I will be coming out with another DD soon related more about the improved financials and how the company can come out of chapter 11 bankruptcy (which is the good-for-shareholders restructuring kind, if there was a good one) and the fact that EXPRQ assets minus debts are over $100M. And as always, not financial advice.
Position: 33,000 shares

Express Inc. (EXPRQ) has emerged as an obvious candidate for a short squeeze in my opinion. This is driven by several compelling factors. Despite its relatively low profile and market cap of just $2.73 million (with sales of $1.78B, yes with a $B), EXPRQ is a smaller, more agile target that could be significantly impacted by concentrated buying activity. Just look at what happened to Toys-R-Us (TOYRF). It went up 1,000% in two days! And with under $5M worth of volume. That's a fun chart to look at. It even already has its own subreddit EXPR.
Express's relation to the other meme stocks that went parobolic in 2021 is very closely knit. Don't take my word for it. Go take a look. WSB is littered with Express Inc. with ties to GME, AMC, BB, KOSS and BBBY. Better yet, how about we ask the top 5 chat bots what the biggest meme stocks were. From these pictures you can see that all the top chat bots (Meta, Open AI, Microsoft, Google) all tell you Express Inc. was and still is affiliated with the meme short squeezes.
This doesn't even mention the financial metrics and market conditions that poise EXPRQ for significant price movements. Notably, the stock has not yet experienced a significant price jump, remaining under the radar of all investors.
With high short interest, currently around 20% (ya right), this indicates a substantial portion of the hegde funds like the one we all know and love, Citadel, betting against the stock. Yes, CITADEL! Coupled with low trading volume, any surge in buying activity could lead to a rapid increase in the stock price as short sellers rush to cover their positions just like with TOYRF.
The financial health of EXPRQ further supports the case for a short squeeze. The company has shown strong operational improvements, with gross margins increasing to 30%, a reduction in net loss by 36%, and an impressive 88% increase in cash and cash equivalents. Additionally, Express has reported a 32% increase in operating income and a 14% increase in current assets. I believe these positive financial trends, combined with a price-to-book ratio of only 0.27 (meaning total assets - debts = +$110M) indicate that the stock is extremely undervalued.
I will also point out that there has been lots of speculation around what GameStop will use its cash for, and the majority of fingers point to acquisitions. Acquisitions of lots of different companies, Express included. With GME issuing another 120M shares (45M + 75M), they will have plenty to choose from. Some even pointing out Ryan Cohen could buy up companies who had faced the same fate GameStop was looking at back in 2021, in sort of a tribute to the share holders. The capital required for these acquisitions would be minimal and wouldn't affect their bottom line very much either. I mean they did just raise over $2B. This is a long shot but one can't rule it out.
Lastly, I'd like to point out that it's obvious this has slipped by all retail investors. There is not reason EXPRQ shouldn't be gaining along side GME and the rest of the 2021 short squeeze stocks. Look at the price action over the past few weeks. Mostly completely flat! People forgot about the gold nugget due to the ticker chance and it is primed to skyrocket!
All this information can be found in their most recent 10-K annual report. EXPRQ trades on the OTC markets and can only be purchased by certain brokerages like Interactive Brokers, E*TRADE, Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, Fidelity and a few others.
I will be coming out with another DD soon related more about the improved financials and how the company can come out of chapter 11 bankruptcy (which is the good-for-shareholders restructuring kind, if there was a good one) and the fact that EXPRQ assets minus debts are over $100M. And as always, not financial advice.
Position: 33,000 shares

I am happy and sad about today. I am happy about what I ate and sad to see the guardians of my game have such a difficult time. But then again I'm glad. People are staying up and fighting hard for a conclusion to a beautiful saga. Today I had some yogurt in the morning and as dessert. I also had cherry tomatoes throughout the day along with blackberries and two strips of bacon. For dinner I utilized my leftovers in order to make nachos. At no point did I overeat and instead stopped myself. Someone mentioned I overeat too much in my posts. I thought I was doing better overall. Someone also said this isn't a place to post your sins and get away with it. I both disagree and agree with this person. I appreciate this person for wanting me to do better and so I will. I saw this reply after the day concluded so my next day I dedicate to doing better for them. While also wanting them to know while I'm not trying to post my sins per se and get away with it. Instead I am keeping everything accountable. I am going to look more into the idea of calorie counting and keeping track of food. I'm going to try and write down everything I eat in a day and go from there. See what yields what calories. I want this person to see me do better as well.
Today I also drove my father around for his errands. I thought he had made plans or had an idea of how someone else could help. I asked if I could do something else this week. Turns out I was his backup plan so I went down and helped him anyway. It frustrated me a great deal that he didn't ask if I could do it a different day originally and moreso saw what my plans were and got them changed for himself. I got over it and helped him. We didn't get dinner since I ate but that's okay. I don't feel any annoyance or frustration now but sometimes I feel my parents do whatever they can to guilt me into doing anything that will make them happy. I spent a lot of time growing feeling like everything I did was a burden in some way. Everything I wanted to do was too much or couldn't fit into their lives. It felt like a fight when I wanted to be a kid. Instead I was quiet and went with whatever made them happy. This made me lose myself and who I wanted to be. I don't want that anymore. And I know I don't deserve that.
I decided not to join the raid race in my game. People are struggling. The best in the world are struggling. In the past I would have joined for that glimmer of hope. For that glimmer of fortune. Instead I chose to be a bit more proactive and I am very proud of that choice. I would have stayed up for what felt like endless hours and wouldn't have completed it. I would have felt frustrated and defeated. I would have felt dumb for the decision. Instead I spent most of the time cleaning and doing things I could. I would do something fun and then do a chore. This way felt like a lot of progress happened. My room looks really, really good now. Everything feels a lot better. I just have to put my bed back together, move a few things into places I want, and sweep. It feels very close to the end for this and tomorrow I think I can be done with it. Keep it good from there. I am very, very happy with everything I'm trying to do. I am happy I chose to lead a different path this year despite wanting to do that raid race so bad. I don't think it would have been completed by me and I am resdy for when the 48 hours are over.
SBIST was people trying so hard in this game and coming together. The raid has not been beaten yet but it will. I know the final mission will be soul crushing and I can't wait. Everything comes to an end. I will still play but I want to dial it back. I can't wait for the future.
I sign off thinking about ways to count calories. I sign off ready tomorrow to walk again and focus more on myself again. I sign off to better myself for that one guy or gal but everybody. Thank you my conjurers of the many hands that I see. Some may not help me but do help others. The hands so far that have come from this journey have helped me more than you know.

I am happy and sad about today. I am happy about what I ate and sad to see the guardians of my game have such a difficult time. But then again I'm glad. People are staying up and fighting hard for a conclusion to a beautiful saga. Today I had some yogurt in the morning and as dessert. I also had cherry tomatoes throughout the day along with blackberries and two strips of bacon. For dinner I utilized my leftovers in order to make nachos. At no point did I overeat and instead stopped myself. Someone mentioned I overeat too much in my posts. I thought I was doing better overall. Someone also said this isn't a place to post your sins and get away with it. I both disagree and agree with this person. I appreciate this person for wanting me to do better and so I will. I saw this reply after the day concluded so my next day I dedicate to doing better for them. While also wanting them to know while I'm not trying to post my sins per se and get away with it. Instead I am keeping everything accountable. I am going to look more into the idea of calorie counting and keeping track of food. I'm going to try and write down everything I eat in a day and go from there. See what yields what calories. I want this person to see me do better as well.
Today I also drove my father around for his errands. I thought he had made plans or had an idea of how someone else could help. I asked if I could do something else this week. Turns out I was his backup plan so I went down and helped him anyway. It frustrated me a great deal that he didn't ask if I could do it a different day originally and moreso saw what my plans were and got them changed for himself. I got over it and helped him. We didn't get dinner since I ate but that's okay. I don't feel any annoyance or frustration now but sometimes I feel my parents do whatever they can to guilt me into doing anything that will make them happy. I spent a lot of time growing feeling like everything I did was a burden in some way. Everything I wanted to do was too much or couldn't fit into their lives. It felt like a fight when I wanted to be a kid. Instead I was quiet and went with whatever made them happy. This made me lose myself and who I wanted to be. I don't want that anymore. And I know I don't deserve that.
I decided not to join the raid race in my game. People are struggling. The best in the world are struggling. In the past I would have joined for that glimmer of hope. For that glimmer of fortune. Instead I chose to be a bit more proactive and I am very proud of that choice. I would have stayed up for what felt like endless hours and wouldn't have completed it. I would have felt frustrated and defeated. I would have felt dumb for the decision. Instead I spent most of the time cleaning and doing things I could. I would do something fun and then do a chore. This way felt like a lot of progress happened. My room looks really, really good now. Everything feels a lot better. I just have to put my bed back together, move a few things into places I want, and sweep. It feels very close to the end for this and tomorrow I think I can be done with it. Keep it good from there. I am very, very happy with everything I'm trying to do. I am happy I chose to lead a different path this year despite wanting to do that raid race so bad. I don't think it would have been completed by me and I am resdy for when the 48 hours are over.
SBIST was people trying so hard in this game and coming together. The raid has not been beaten yet but it will. I know the final mission will be soul crushing and I can't wait. Everything comes to an end. I will still play but I want to dial it back. I can't wait for the future.
I sign off thinking about ways to count calories. I sign off ready tomorrow to walk again and focus more on myself again. I sign off to better myself for that one guy or gal but everybody. Thank you my conjurers of the many hands that I see. Some may not help me but do help others. The hands so far that have come from this journey have helped me more than you know.

Experts say we’re facing a silent pandemic called brain fog. This condition, often overlooked, affects countless people, making daily tasks feel like wading through mud. Brain fog isn’t just about occasional forgetfulness or mental fatigue; it’s a persistent issue that can drastically reduce your quality of life.
Understanding brain fog is crucial. It’s more than a nuisance—it's a symptom of deeper health issues, such as inflammation in the brain. By recognizing and addressing brain fog, you can reclaim your mental clarity and improve your overall well-being.
What is Brain Fog?
Brain fog is a term used to describe a collection of symptoms that affect your ability to think clearly. Common symptoms include forgetfulness, lack of focus, confusion, and mental fatigue. It’s like trying to operate your brain with a low battery.
The root cause of brain fog often lies in inflammation in the brain. When your brain is inflamed, it can’t function at its best. This inflammation can result from various factors such as diet, stress, and underlying health conditions.
By identifying and reducing these inflammatory triggers, you can significantly improve your mental clarity and cognitive function. Understanding these mechanisms is the first step towards combating brain fog effectively.

Hidden Factors Causing Brain Fog

Gluten: Impact on Brain Health
Gluten, a protein found in wheat and other grains, can trigger brain fog in sensitive individuals. For those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease, consuming gluten leads to inflammation that can affect the brain, resulting in cognitive difficulties and mental fatigue.
Dairy: How It Contributes to Inflammation
Dairy products are another common culprit. Many people have sensitivities to lactose or casein, proteins in dairy, which can cause inflammation. This inflammation doesn't just affect the gut; it can also impact the brain, leading to symptoms of brain fog.
Sugar: Effects on Cognitive Function
High sugar intake can wreak havoc on your brain. Sugar spikes and crashes lead to fluctuating blood sugar levels, which can cause mood swings, fatigue, and mental fog. Additionally, excessive sugar can promote inflammation, further impairing cognitive function.
Caffeine (Over-reliance): Disruptions in Sleep and Focus
While caffeine can boost alertness, over-reliance can backfire. Excessive caffeine consumption disrupts your sleep patterns, leading to poor quality sleep. This lack of rest can significantly impact your focus and clarity, creating a cycle of dependency and brain fog.
Alcohol: Negative Effects on Mental Clarity
Alcohol is another factor that can cloud your brain. It disrupts sleep and dehydrates the body, both of which can lead to mental fog. Chronic alcohol consumption can also lead to long-term cognitive decline and memory issues.
Eliminating or reducing these hidden factors from your diet can significantly improve your mental clarity and overall health. By addressing these dietary contributors, you take a crucial step toward clearing the fog and enhancing your cognitive function.

Cutting Out Hidden Factors

Benefits of Eliminating Gluten, Dairy, Sugar, Caffeine, and Alcohol

Eliminating gluten, dairy, sugar, caffeine, and alcohol from your diet can have a profound impact on your health and mental clarity.
Cutting out gluten and dairy can reduce inflammation and improve digestion, leading to clearer thinking and better energy levels. Removing sugar helps stabilize blood sugar levels, reducing mood swings and fatigue. Reducing caffeine can improve sleep quality, enhancing focus and concentration. Lastly, eliminating alcohol prevents mental fog and supports overall cognitive health.

Tips for a Successful Elimination Diet

1. Plan Ahead: Prepare meals and snacks that fit your new dietary guidelines.
2. Read Labels: Be vigilant about checking food labels for hidden ingredients.
3. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water to help your body adjust and detox.
4. Find Substitutes: Replace gluten, dairy, and sugar with healthier alternatives like almond milk, gluten-free grains, and natural sweeteners.
5. Keep a Food Diary: Track what you eat and note any improvements in your symptoms.

By following these steps, you can effectively eliminate these hidden factors and experience significant improvements in your mental clarity and overall well-being.

The 5-Step Brain Fog Recovery Plan

5.1. Sleep: The Foundation

Importance of 7-9 hours of quality sleep
Getting 7-9 hours of quality sleep is crucial for mental and physical health. Sleep allows your brain to repair and regenerate, leading to improved cognitive function and reduced brain fog.
Tips for Improving Sleep Quality

• Stick to a Schedule: Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day.
• Create a Restful Environment: Keep your bedroom cool, dark, and quiet.
• Limit Screen Time: Avoid screens at least an hour before bed.
• Relax Before Bed: Engage in calming activities like reading or meditation.

5.2. Move More

Benefits of Regular Physical Activity
Regular physical activity boosts blood flow to the brain, enhances mood, and reduces stress, all of which can help clear brain fog. Exercise releases endorphins, which act as natural mood lifters and brain boosters.
Simple Exercises and Routines to Incorporate into Daily Life

• Stretching: A 10-minute stretch routine can help you feel more alert.
• Walking: Take a brisk walk around the block or during lunch breaks.
• Yoga: Incorporate yoga sessions to combine physical movement with mindfulness.
• Mini Workouts: Do short, high-intensity workouts if you're short on time.

5.3. Good Food

Incorporating Anti-inflammatory Foods
Eating anti-inflammatory foods can reduce brain inflammation and improve mental clarity. Focus on a diet rich in antioxidants and nutrients.
Examples: Dark Leafy Greens, Berries, Turmeric, Ginger

• Dark Leafy Greens: Spinach, kale, and Swiss chard are packed with vitamins and minerals.
• Berries: Blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries are rich in antioxidants.
• Turmeric: Contains curcumin, known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
• Ginger: Helps reduce inflammation and supports brain health.

Incorporating these foods into your daily diet can help combat brain fog and boost overall cognitive function.

5.4. Mind Training

Techniques for Training the Mind
Training your mind involves practices like mindfulness, meditation, and cognitive exercises. Mindfulness teaches you to stay present, while meditation can help calm the mind and improve focus.
Cognitive exercises, such as puzzles and memory games, challenge your brain and enhance cognitive function.
Benefits: Conscious Control, Thought Regulation, Emotional Balance
Mind training offers numerous benefits:

• Conscious Control: Strengthen your ability to focus and make conscious decisions.
• Thought Regulation: Improve your ability to manage and redirect thoughts.
• Emotional Balance: Achieve a more balanced emotional state, reducing stress and anxiety.

5.5. Do What You Love

Importance of Engaging in Activities You Love
Engaging in activities you love is vital for mental well-being. Pursuing your passions can bring joy and satisfaction, making life more fulfilling.
How Flow States Contribute to Mental Clarity and Overall Happiness
When you do what you love, you’re more likely to enter flow states—periods of deep immersion and focus. Flow states enhance mental clarity, boost productivity, and contribute to overall happiness. These states are incredibly restorative and help reduce brain fog, leading to a more balanced and fulfilling life.

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Brain works like muscles. -More you give healthy acute stresses like resistance training in case of muscles the more healthy your brain will be .

Live a Life Mission-Oriented

Living a life mission-oriented provides a sense of purpose and direction, which can enhance motivation and cognitive clarity. This focus can reduce brain fog by creating a structured approach to daily activities and decisions, ensuring mental energy is channeled effectively.

Live a Life Goal-Oriented

A goal-oriented life emphasizes setting and achieving specific objectives, which can improve mental focus and discipline. Regularly working towards goals helps train the brain to stay on task, reducing instances of brain fog and enhancing overall cognitive function.

Share Emotions with Loved Ones

Sharing emotions with loved ones fosters emotional support and reduces stress, which can significantly impact cognitive health. Emotional expression and support networks help clear mental clutter, alleviating symptoms of brain fog by providing psychological relief.

Accept New Tasks and Try to Complete Them

Taking on new tasks and striving to complete them stimulates brain activity and promotes neuroplasticity. This constant mental challenge helps improve problem-solving skills and cognitive resilience, reducing the likelihood of experiencing brain fog.

Long Walks Frequently

Frequent long walks enhance physical fitness and increase blood flow to the brain, promoting better oxygenation and nutrient delivery. This physical activity can improve mental clarity and reduce symptoms of brain fog by boosting overall brain health.

Read Books Even for 10 Minutes Daily

Reading daily, even for just 10 minutes, engages the brain in continuous learning and comprehension activities. This regular cognitive exercise helps improve concentration and mental acuity, which can alleviate brain fog over time.

Talk to More People

Engaging in conversations with others stimulates cognitive functions such as memory, attention, and language skills. Social interactions can reduce feelings of isolation and mental stagnation, helping to clear brain fog and enhance mental sharpness.

Learn a New Hobby

Learning a new hobby stimulates neurogenesis, the process of forming new neurons in the brain. Engaging in novel activities can enhance cognitive flexibility and mental resilience, reducing brain fog by keeping the brain active and adaptable.

Build an Audience on Social Media

Building an audience on social media involves creating content, interacting with followers, and managing online presence. This multifaceted activity can enhance creativity, strategic thinking, and communication skills, helping to combat brain fog by keeping the mind engaged and dynamic.

Learn Public Speaking

Learning public speaking improves cognitive functions such as memory, organization, and verbal communication. The process of preparing and delivering speeches challenges the brain, which can help alleviate brain fog by boosting confidence and mental clarity.

Plant Trees and Take Care of Them Initially

Planting trees and taking care of them involves physical activity, responsibility, and a connection with nature. This process can reduce stress and enhance mental well-being, thereby reducing brain fog by promoting a sense of accomplishment and relaxation.

Saturated Fat and Sunlight

Consuming healthy saturated fats and getting adequate sunlight can improve brain health by providing essential nutrients and promoting the production of vitamin D. These factors contribute to better cognitive function and energy levels, helping to alleviate symptoms of brain fog.

4th: Shane Powers (Panama - 5th)

i have an issue with my penis, im so sorry. the linsanity run ends here!
u/SMC0629:
Shane is a character who I don't think you can replicate. His focus on humor is something people can find overbearing, but most of it is just a joy to watch. He has some of the funniest moments the show has seen, whether intentional or unintentional. However, the main reason I love Shane is his moral and emotional stuff. From his nicotine withdrawls, to his relationship with Aras, to most imporantly, his bond with his son. It makes for to this day, the best family visit the show has ever seen. Shane is incredible, very deserving of endgame.
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u/DryBonesKing:
So of all the people in this Endgame who are in my Personal Top 100, Shane ranks the lowest. I’ve actually lowered on him a little bit since this thing started and if I had no deals attached at all, I’d probably have him cut around the same time I tried to cut Lex. One of my 10/10s with minor criticism. But before I get into that, let’s talk up why Shane’s great: because he’s literally batshit.
I cannot fathom how he passed the psyche test to get on the cast, because there’s so much going on with him to the point of it being overwhelming. Shane going cold turkey with his nicotine withdrawal is an amazing case study that doesn’t feel ethical, but goddammit was it entertaining! Shane slots perfectly into Casaya and his dynamic with literally everyone on that godforsaken tribe (but especially his relationship with Courtney) is perfect. Hell, he’s also got an underrated dynamic with Terry as well and I think gives the guy some very interesting characterization in the endgame. Shane’s batshit energy and “bad vibes” however does get offset by his relationship with his son, which I think is probably one of my favorite loved one visits of all time. Boston helps humanize him in a way that you normally don’t get to see for these “crazy” type of characters and their whole dynamic and the build-up to the loved one visit is probably one of the biggest reasons why Shane not only works, but works perfectly.
The only criticism I think I can give Shane is that sometimes, his bullshit does come across a bit too much. Like, moments where he loses his shit on Courtney and threatens to kill her in her shitty apartment? Feels believable in terms of his loss of sanity. Him losing his shit about “his sitting spot”? Pushing it, but I kinda buy it. But that whole blackberry scene? Honestly, a bit too much, makes the whole character feel a little fake. Like I know he’s doing a bit, but he says it such crazed energy and the edit takes him serious enough that it just rubs me the wrong way. It’s admittedly only a single scene so it doesn’t irk me enough to bring him down from a 10/10, but like Lex and his relationship with Big Tom, it’s just a minor nitpick I have with this otherwise flawless character.
Overall Rank – 87/821
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u/Zanthosus:
Shane rides the line of being incredibly chaotic without it ever becoming concerning or worrisome. That’s not to say it never rides that line incredibly close, because there’s definitely points where he can bring a level of discomfort to the season that makes me hesitant to consider him truly great. Even despite that, though, he makes for incredible TV nine times out of ten, so I’m still glad he’s made it to endgame again.
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u/Tommyroxs45:
Shane is the soul of Casaya, all of the incredible moments quoted to this day basically all come from Shane. He works so well with the rest of the tribe and how he and the rest of them are somehow able to control the game is baffling but also comedic gold.
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u/Regnisyak1:
You better believe I am getting him to endgame in Survivor Rankdown: All-Stars to do his damn writeup
Personal Rank: 4/821. 10/10.
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u/ninjedi1:
When I was a kid, my bedtime was 8pm. However, because I was a little shit I would usually get out of bed usually about 30 to 50 minutes later and see what my Mom was watching on TV. This would be my first way I would experience Survivor for a while. My first experience were these two guys sitting at this set and one of the guys looked really cool with his beard and funky rainbow shirt. The next key Survivor memory I have is a challenge where they had to swim out and then down to get rings, but one guy drops him to the ocean floor, but then another guy goes down and goes “It was so deep…and I got it!” and that was really cool. I finally got a chance to see more than a couple minutes of an episode where I got to see most of this one episode where one team only had two people left on it, and I thought that they must stink at the game, and I was right cause they lost both challenges. Then my Mom started letting me watch the first half of the episodes about the jury phase of Guatemala, where I was rooting for Rafe cause I thought his name was cool. But finally, I got to experience my first real season right from the start, Survivor Panama Exile Island. Naturally, I needed to pick my favorite to root for in the season, and when I saw this one guy right at the start with hair that I thought looked cool and saw his name, I decided “Him. He’s my favorite”.
Shane Powers (5th Place, Panama)
Shane powers is my favorite survivor player of all time ever since I first saw him as a kid. I was worried on rewatch that I only liked him because I had nostalgia goggles on, but on rewatches I love him even more. The first episode actually greatly sets up who Shane is and what his story is going to be, which is actually pretty incredible considering all screen time is split between 4 teams, and La Mina wins immunity so they aren’t nearly as important for the focus of the first episode. He complains about how all his tribe wants to do is work and wants to call people out for being moronic. He also talks about how he just stopped smoking the day before coming out to the island, so he can’t lash out at anyone while he’s on this detox.
The next episode is when Shane hits a low point in the game. The shelter La Mina has isn’t finished when a huge rainstorm comes in, so they’re soaked, and wonders why he’s even out here cause he doesn’t need the money and misses his son. We also get two iconic lines back to back from him. Most remember the “No more torrential downpours sir god, no more of those!” line, but my favorite as a kid was “I do not like you flea!”. Luckily though, a swap happens and Shane gets first as “the cool guy with the Boston tattoo” to be on the new Casaya tribe and chooses Courtney to be on it. He then immediately starts trashing the season theme by complaining about how didn’t belong in the older men tribe because he was 34 going on 12 and prefers this new tribe as he doesn’t feel like wanting to leave at all. He even gets himself in a great spot strategically as Shane instantly forms an alliance with Aras, Courtney, and Danielle, swearing in his son to stay true and tells everyone that if they screw him he’ll kill them and tells them he’s serious when they laugh. However, that grace period ends quickly after they lose immunity, saying that Casaya is in dire straits and were wrecked physically, and now he was once again done with the game and wants to be voted out, which annoys everyone including the alliance he just made. However, he gets convinced by Aras to stick it out and he just needs water, so he decides to stay and immediately tells Cirie and Melinda to their face that they’re going home. Such a huge emotional roller coaster with Shane, and it's only the second episode.
The next couple episodes do set up a rhythm of how Shane’s experience on Casaya goes. For starters, he starts developing a big hatred for his two biggest allies, Danielle and Courtney. With Danielle, he feels like she doesn’t do nearly as much work as him or Aras, and argues with her about her aversion to working. He also gets annoyed with Courtney simply by the fact that she annoys him, and they end up bickering over everything. Another big part of Shane’s character is his big outbursts, the big one from episode three is when he gets a big rock to sit on and calls it his thinking seat, tells everyone that no one can sit on it, and when everyone laughs he starts yelling about how he just wants to sit on this rock.
These emotions boil over in episode 5 when Casaya loses immunity again, and originally he wants to vote out Bobby, but gets convinced by Aras to vote Bruce. So Shane makes a deal with Bobby, swearing on his son that he would keep Bobby around until final 6. But uh oh, the women of the tribe want to vote out Bobby now, which greatly annoys Shane cause he just promised Bobby that he would get Bobby to F6 and starts yelling at Courtney about it for some reason. He would throw his vote and Bobby went home, but he was so livid he yelled about how they made a bad decision due to Danielle’s emotions while everyone was trying to sleep. He basically wants out of the alliance but can’t because he swore on his son’s name. Luckily for him, all the women on the tribe want him out next, so when asked if he could take back his son’s name, they say yes immediately, and then he tells them that he can’t work with people who make their decisions emotionally and then tells them that they do nothing. At that point, even Aras was ready to vote Shane out. Luckily, they win immunity and go on a reward to a panamanian village. That’s where Shane manages to bum a cigarette off a local and gets an insane rush from it that somehow gives him the ability to make up everything with Danielle, allowing all to be forgiven.
Then the merge hits, and Shane ends up in a really good spot! Since Casaya are up in numbers when the merge hits, 6-4, and he quickly rallies all of Casaya to stick together, giving Shane an easy ride to final 7. That means we get a lot of great Shane moments! We get him asking Jeff to bring out a temptation during an immunity challenge, and when Jeff reveals he doesn’t have any, he just drops out. He complains about the people talking about the reward they won, saying “That’s a problem, I couldn’t finish my bacon cause there was too much”. We get Shane chowing Cirie his penis to check on a rash he’s getting and then him stuffing his face full of cheeseburger instead of doing the immunity challenge, and then says he overperformed at the immunity challenge cause he almost ate two cheeseburgers both in the same episode!
The biggest episode for Shane though was the touchy subjects episode. We do get the funny Shane moments at that challenge where he gets voted as “person who thinks they’re in control of the game” and “most moodiest person”, which he then proves by complaining about Courtney cutting him twice, saying that her life in the game is changing, specifically her enjoyment around camp. He also gets on his hands and knees begging Cirie to take him on reward, which she doesn’t. We also get the iconic Bruce medevac scene, where Shane helps carry Bruce out on a stretcher buck naked. But in the morning, Shane begins strategizing with Courtney, seeing her as a dream person to take to the F2 to beat. They solidify a plan to work together in the game, and then Shane proceeds to threaten to kill her in her shitty apartment if she betrayed him, much to Cortney’s annoyance because her apartment isn’t shitty! This would lead into Shane’s strategic downfall, as Cirie figures out how useful Courtney would be to take to the end while Shane is too busy using a piece of wood as a blackberry to allow him to communicate to people not on the island, and she organizes a Courtney vote, leaving Shane out of it. This shocks Shane when it happens, but gets assured that he is still good for F4 by Aras. This calms Shane down and makes him confident that he’s safe, when in reality he would be next to go if Terry won immunity again. And sure enough, Terry won immunity again and Shane gets blindsided at the vote, and instead of a huge meltdown which everyone was probably expecting, Shane brags about how he’s going to have a chocolate ice cream bar in one minute (extra emphasis on the one minute) before finally getting his torch snuffed.
So all of the above is great. Shane is clearly a goofy crazy character with a lot of funny moments and outbursts, and that makes him a great character, but that isn’t what makes him number one for me. What makes Shane the best for me and elevates him from a great character to a perfect character, is the love he has for his son. We see Shane himself explain how much Boston means to him, as when watching a part of his video from home, he begins to tear up and cry when seeing his son, calling him his son, his brother, his other half.It really resonates with me how much Shane clearly loves and cares for his son Boston out there, especially when you consider the status quo at the time was for men to keep their emotions under wraps. It's especially unique with Shane since usually people who are about their family play the game to win it for him, but for Shane it is what makes him want to leave. The first time he thinks about quitting is when he realizes how much he misses his son and questions why he’s even out there. He cares so much that when he uses his son’s name for promises, it ways on him deeply, like when he hated the people in his alliance but he was stuck with them due to using his son’s name and asking them to let him take it back instead of just outright betraying them, or being annoyed when the vote switches to Bobby cause he just promised on his son name to keep Bobby until F6. We were honestly robbed with that extra scene where Shane thinks he shouldn’t be there cause he’s missing his son’s birthday, so Courtney suggests the whole tribe sing happy birthday for him, and the whole tribe sits at the beach singing happy birthday while Shane just stares off into the night sky is just emotionally powerful. This all leads into the F5 reward challenge, where we learn that the reward for the challenge was the loved ones visit, where Boston shows up. But Terry already won, so it's up to him who gets love. It's generally tense because we know how much Shane hurts and misses his son, so when Terry lets Shane take Boston to the resort with him, it's just so emotionally powerful. In a way, after everything Shane had gone through, getting to finally see the son he missed the whole time he was there was probably better than winning the million dollars. That’s what makes Shane the perfect character to me, as even though he was crazy due to nicotine withdrawal and was high strung, at the end of the day, he was just a father who really missed his son, and I will always love that about him.
SMC0629: 15
DryBonesKing: 17
Zanthosus: 12
Tommyroxs45: 11
Regnisyak1: 4
DavidW1208: 1
ninjedi1: 1
Average Placement: 8.714
Total Points: 61
Standard Deviation: 6.651 (9th Highest)