I was there in the 50s. We would have taken it up and we would have missed the best of all times. Rock and Roll was King and we lived with joy and hope for the future. Now look at the world.

There are so many but I\u2019d have to say \u2018The Green Mile.\u2019 It\u2019s a powerful, spiritual experience and Tom Hanks leads a stellar cast.

Homeschooling eliminates bullying and diseases, but it may also eliminate socialization skills and playing with other children. But, I know families that home-school, and the children are just fine! They have closer family relationships. ;-D

I buy a pack of ground beef and a loaf of bread and make my own burgers at home....with all the fixin's!

Sick world we live in, God gave Adam Eve, not a robot or a phone...this technology is bad, getting out of hand

I do not say good morning when out for a walk (saying good morning will trigger and bring repress, painful memories into my conscious)!

Common sense is not that common anymore because it pairs well with CRITICAL THINKING. Nowadays, most are completely brainwashed by all things mainstream and they don't even realize this. They have SLOWLY had their ability TO critically think eroded to the point that most ONLY REACT, instead of stepping out of their indoctrination to actually think critically. Technology has played a massive part in this because everyone is a so-called expert when they can "google it" on their personal GPS tracking device, that has internet, that is invisibly chained to their wrist all day. But, and this is the kicker, those who CEASE to critically think will rely on those "google" results as 100% TRUTH....and we know, or we SHOULD know, that most of the actual truths have been suppressed on purpose, search results purposely skewed to fit a certain narrative and so on. So now we have a plague of people so far brainwashed...without knowing it, but, also, these same people are SO SURE of themselves as well. And, to counter the statement in the question posed by Natalia...if you think "Very smart people who spend a lot of time by themselves might seem to lack common sense"...then your perception of WHOM is "very smart" is way off because those who SEEM "very smart" to the general populace, are just the ones who are best at memorizing their brainwashing and regurgitating it on command. As for myself, I am highly intellectual and DO NOT CARE to be around most people in society BECAUSE I use common sense and possess keen critical thinking ability and discernment. This comes with years of experience, observation and the one thing most lack....PATIENCE.

For me, it's the other way around. Asking your partner to share their location is the red flag. It shows either mistrust, or jealousy. It's borderline stalking to have to know where your significant other is at all times.

Our definition of romance, is quite removed from the younger generations definition, perhaps the question should be: is social media killing personal connections?

Easy TRUMP FREE DAY. everyday he opens his mouth all we get is garbage. What next. Now he wants to change the name of the Persian Gulf. Now he wants to change names what about New Mexico seeing he wants the Gulf of Mexico changed.

It is mad that people are willing to pay that much for cigarettes. Paying through the nose for something that is just going to kill you (slowly and painfully) is just stupid. Sorry smokers but you must know that it is true!

If the pen is mightier than the sword why do actions speak louder than words, personally, I take action if I feel wronged by never using the service or company again, I have walked out of jobs for wrongful accusations,i have stopped shopping at certain shops because of management changes, would I ever stoop to violence no, I've written letters before never had a reply, i once wrote a letter to the minister of housing here in sa because they were paying me to clean house that they were demolishing, that cost me my job ,

To each it's own. Stop judging others because they like jewelry. You might think it makes a person ugly, but did you ever consider they like and love the way they look. The problem here you call these people ugly and judging them. Theres enough hate in the world and thats because some people judge other and forbid that they might be diferrent.

I have found that here in ACT nothing is free BUT I had dental work done at 'pensioner' rates and it was NOT expensive...I was able to afford the work and due to being on a govt pension I was able to get top and bottom dentures for $350:00

I did a survey today that went for 20 mins got to the end an was screened out, this is happening all the time so no point even starting. Plus why ask you your age PC more then 1 time.

1. Yes; 2. Yes; 3. Yes; 4. Yes! Password protect your bank accounts, freeze you credit accounts, put fraud alerts on your credit reports, and ignore unknown phone calls! ;-D

How someone verbally express themselves doesn't imply that 'they' were raised in a ghetto (GHETTO is Jewish word, and you are DELIBERATELY misinterpreting the use of the word GHETTO). Furthermore, I have heard the f-word used most often by WASP (White Anglo Saxon Protestant) on my federal government job as a secretary for over fifth teen years before I retired! WHAT IS YOUR POINT....are you advocating for the elimination of FREE SPEECH...

I guess we all think that way at some stage in life. We have not moved mountains so we think we have not achieved success however success is not based on what we have not done. Success is being happy. Success is confidence. Success is raising healthy kids. Success is much more than being top of the class. Success is getting through life in one piece and so much more.

Because their money is paid into an account it is only a number. They never actually see the cash as in the old days when your pay was in an envelope and you could see it!!

Neither of our children communicate with us, so they won\u2019t be inheriting what they think they are \u201centitled\u201d to inherit.

It is amazing how money wasting the western people are. Christmas is not about stockings or wasting money. BUT to each his own.

I recommend The Clan of the Cave Bear. It is about early man and the struggle to survive. Written by Jean Auel. There is about 5 books in the series. Not to be missed.

The school system and newly trained teachers have a lot to answer for. Teach your own kids the truth and have discussions.

Meet my newly adopted dog, Panda! I'm going to pick him up after I log out. We think he's dachshund and terrier mix. He is a tiny little guy, but way overweight, so I'll be working on getting it down. Panda is 7, and will be a great companion for both Sadie, my toy poodle who is 12 1/2, and myself! ;-D

oh rewardia, why does the scramble puzzle not recognise words that are in the dictionary but give us stupid slang words that do not make sense half the time.

cannabis is bad for you and you should not use it as it is an evil drug, you will go mad and loose your mind and destroy your health...now i get it from the doctor as medicine...the times they are a changing

Believe me, they have a cure. They just don't want us to have it. It is a multi billion dollar cash fall for pharmaceutical companies. They would lose it all, if it was cured

I had to except the fact that I had a Stroke. At age 39 I Stroked as my daughters and I were getting ready for the day. My daughers were only 12yrs and 7yrs old at the time. It did not happen right away, I was very angry, I spent 2 months in the Rehab Hospital. Every1 I knew except for 1 person avoided me like the plaque. After many years I finally gave in and excepted that I had Stroked, Im now a totally different person, but it took quite a few years for me to be where I am now. They do not know why I stroked, but I truly beleive that it saved my life. Without getting to much in to it, I was drinking all the time, getting into fights etc. I am now though a much happier person. I am now 62yrs old, and I do not think I would of made it this long if I was the same person I was right after I got out of rehab.

Speak to a lawyer you have rights also and are entitled to see your daughter and also a share of assets.

Books should never be banned. However, some books should not be allowed in public schools for minors. Adults should have access to all books.

Women boxing (women) and men boxing (men) is not a sport (under any set of twisted circumstances - PERIOD) and should have been permanently banned in all countries - decades (or is it centuries) ago (so much for humans capable of the doing the 'right thing' under any circumstances when capitalism principles are involved aka always about the money - LOL)!

Make them clean up the mess and pay for all costs no slaps on the wrists and bail or 'public service duties' - then jail them for a year. They need to learn respect.

I remember living in a wonderful world where everything was just perfect the way it was..NOW it's all gone down the shoot! I'm not saying change is not good but it'd just become ridiculous and sad..

I tend to give them what they want. I've successfully completed surveys in languages that I don't even speak.

Australia seems to be importing the people nobody wants, even their own country. They come here for a better life but want to change Australia to the shit-hole they came from.

Currently travelling round Aus in a camper can. Was a bucket list item for years. Another is to live in Japan for at least 6 months. Maybe next year?

It is of course your right to smoke or vape, but do bear in mind that others don't like the smell, so it's best to do it where it won't bother others.

I am ambidextrous. I was forced while in school to choose either one not both. This was hard for me growing up, yet through the years, I grew up I would practice with both hands, while not in school. So glad I never let these teachers stumble me into only using one hand. \ud83d\ude01

That why our generation behave themselves (baby boomers)because we knew we would get a clip behind the ear. But in this PC world you can do this know so I blame the younger generation for this. If they kick the back of my seat I would turn around and say if you keep this up I will brake your legs. If they are front with a reclining seat I would tip reclining seat saying I was getting up accidents happen Nd with rubbish I would throw my rubbish on them. You may get it I am not PC and I will call a spade a spade and don't care who I may offend. Not one should have to put up with that kind behaviour.

Personally I wouldn't give kids man made chemicals to sort out a natural chemical imbalance they already have thats been diagnosed. I think it would lead to problems later down the track being on drugs from an early age. 40 or 50 years ago you didn't here about adhd or autism until someone unleashed it on the world, now everything a kid does that we used to do as kids is labeled. Maybe they should look at the food that is consumed by the kids as to the causes of their labeled diagnosis.

A Joyful Christmas and a Blessed New Year to all Rewardia Members & Staff...Let usnot forget amidst the gaeity that Jesus is the Center of it all

Instead of putting these offenders in jail I would place them in the Army. Then maybe they might get the right discipline that their parents were not able to give them.

Wouldn't you rather be 40 single with no unwanted obligations because you haven't met the right person? or 40 and single after having to get out of a relationship with the wrong person and responsibilities that need to be sorted out? When and if you are ready - until then take your time and enjoy your life.

"Change" is too wide a category. Some changes are good, some changes are bad, and some are just ridiculously silly.

They may or may not be nice people, but let's face it, they're famous for being famous. None of them has achieved very much apart from looking good on camera & attracting a social media following. I don't wish them ill, but my disinterest in them is total.

Tipping at Starbucks? You\u2019ve got to be kidding. You are standing in a line to get a coffee. You are not receiving any service. Why would you leave a tip. My tip is for employees in the USA to stand up for their rights and fight for proper employee conditions and adequate remuneration.

It's quite common in boys, My son was the same. Except we didn't have those in that sizing back then so it was bed liners and washing each day . There is a nasal spray that can help to slow things down, but basically in most cases it's simply hormonal,( the hormone responsible for concentrating the urine overnight is less present than it should be) and you will find once the 12yr mark kicks in or soon after ,. It will just stop. It's very frustrating I do remember ,but it's important not to let your child feel like it's an issue, They can't help it, It's not from trauma and it's not going to help restricting drinks before bed either. There are plenty of tips online . Don't bother with the bell and pad system either,, all it does is wake the child up when they wet with an alarm and interrupts their sleep often twice a night, more! .. not worth it . As I say it will just miraculously stop once his hormones kick in . Hope that helps some :)

I see no point in humans becoming vegetarians. What do we do with the animals that we have on the planet? Cows have to be milked, and there's nothing better than beef in my opinion. People are not herbivores. Why do we think we are so civiilized that we are too good to eat meat? God put them here for us to use, but not to abuse! There are humane ways to slaughter animals. I think it's more important to focus on people slaughtering other people! What the hell is going on there? We need to figure that out ASAP! Get rid of the drugs, cults and mental illness and automatic weapons. The founders of this country did not mean for us to be armed like the armed forces. The US is the worst country for murder, why? Are we too spoiled that we are bored and are looking for love instead of drugs or material things? I think it's a combination of drugs and working and divorced parents. Homes are broken!

All current plastic produces can be made from Hemp that grows in 3-5 months and 100% degrades to nothing in 75 days

When I die please do not weep, for it's not me there, I do not sleep I am the thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sun on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain, when you awake in morning's hush I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in morning light, I am the starshine, soft at night. Please don't be sad and do not cry, for it's not me there, I will not die

Men who wear suits, business shoes and NO socks. What's that about? Apart from having putrid feet at the end of the day.

I liked the show on the ABC where they took the schoolchildren to visit the nursing homes. The people living there got so much out of it & the children also benefited from the intertactions.

For Christmas this year, my family all had covid and for thanksgiving, I had shingles. Thankfully we all recovered.

I once had a bottle of bourbon that was subject to a recall because of glass fragments...I carefully strained 3/4s of it then took the remainder and exchanged it for a full bottle...I was very happy...

HEAPS of jobs going age care crying out for help even supermarkets can't get staff there are heaps of jobs and the work force is tired of carrying the load for those that just don't want to work.

It is NOT the quality (chipped or cracked) of the kitchenware that counts, it is the quality of the food being served to you in a personal (or family) setting THAT counts! I appreciate the time it took to serve a well-cooked meal - not the appearance of the kitchenware - as long as the kitchenware is clean and safe to eat from - Bon Appetit :-))!

What a load of codswallop! ...... no such thing ...... Mother Nature will control the climate, not some 'nervous Nellies' who do not have a clue!

Try a healthy diet and plenty of exercise. It's not a disease for most people and they should stop wasting doctors' time and medical resources that are needed by people who genuinely need them.

Thanks for sharing your recipe, I am a vegetarian so unfortunately it's not for me, but I am sure there are many other people who will enjoy it.

Hi blunder boy. What gadgets have I bought that get the big stamp FAILURE? NONE (but I do not buy gadgets manufactured in the USA (home of infamous 'planned obsolescence' innovations).

Both sons' work in hospitality, both deal(t) with rude and/or aggressive customers daily. Customers vent, they calmly respond. Due to the high activity of violent behaviour from druggies and drunks there is now a sign at my youngest Liam's work. 'Our employee Liam is also security. He is a MMA fighter, are you? Please be respectful to our staff, thank you.' No incidents for three months and counting.

I'm in that age group and I built my home so it would be suitable for living in as I age. Downstairs has wider doors for wheelchair if needed and no steps. Dont need to go upstairs. Hopefully I will be able to get home help. My sister and I cared for our parents up until the end. They brought us up, so we should care for parents. If its not possible then so be it. I have seen friends go into some very caring nursing homes but there are some that I definitely would not go to. I have had discussions regarding that stage of life, death and funeral as well. Communication is so important.

That is hardly fair for nurses, doctors, and other hospital staff or ambulance workers or police or those in the military forces and those who work in our prisons and those who feed us in restaurants or cafes. We are making it hard for small businesses to add to the new taxes imposed upon them. The only people who can WFH are clerical workers and government staff and the government staff take so long to do anything anyway that WFH will make the situation worse. It is a division of society that will make it harder to get staff in all those cases I cited before - and I believe we need them even more than the clerical workers.

"When you talk you repeat what you know, when you listen you learn what you don't know." I LOVE THIS, Brocky! I have to admit, I, too, tend to talk over my friends sometimes, mostly because if I don't reply to what they're saying right then, I may forget what I needed to say! No excuse. I need to listen more, and talk less, but some people don't give me a chance to reply! God gave us 2 ears to Listen, and 1 mouth to Speak! \ud83e\udd2d

As a child I hated cabbage as my Mum over cooked it and it was waterlogged, you could smell it from streets away. Now I love it, cooked quickly with butter and cracked pepper.

I can't stand liars or thieves. There is just no good reason for dishonesty And if you are going to lie, you need a really good memory to keep up the bs. Liars always get caught out and then their reputation is shot. My worst is keeping the magic of Santa, Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fairy alive. sometimes I may embellish the truth a little if I'm playing with grandkids,

I spent many years working as a Palliative Care nurse and in Aged Care situations as an RN. Assisted suicide is a normal part of end of life care for some and terminal sedation is a practice that has been practised for many years. I remember an incident in a public hospital I worked in, and we were warned not to discuss it, but it was more than a decade ago. An elderly man had very bad frontal lobe or Dewy Body Dementia. He was being cared for at home because he had been previously admitted to other Nursing homes in and around this area, but due to him flinging his fists around and utterly refusing personal care because he no longer understood what these strangers were doing to him, his physical health was suffering and they wouldn't have him back again. He wasn't getting nutrition, hydration and as he was doubly incontinent he was getting bad excoriation on his privates and the pain from this was causing more negative behaviour. He would refuse tablets and spit them out if the nurse DID manage to get them in his mouth and consequently he wasn't even getting the antipsychotics and calmatives he needed so he could recieve adequate care. So we have a human being who is just a mere shell of who he was, and that was an absolute creep as we remembered him from long ago, who's family could no longer cope, were out of resources and had ZERO other options for care. So the decision was made with his specialists, local GP and family to bring him into the hospital for terminal sedation. We were NOT obliged to care for him and we had the option to refuse to give the medication that would take him away from this earthly plane of existence. From my recollection it took about 72 hours for his heart to stop. He hadn't been the man he was for some time and his family had already grieved that loss some time ago. All there was now was relief and thankfulness that neither would suffer any longer. I'd be interested if anybody has a suggestion as to how THEY might have managed this situation if THEY had been this man's family. I suffer pain all the time and sometimes it's so bad that I wish it was all over. Nobody has the right to tell me that my suffering isn't bad enough to warrant me thinking of a permanent way out. I take painkillers but you become used to them after some time and the efficacy reduces. But people should be able to choose to end their lives on their own terms and we show animals that kindness. Why NOT humans who are suffering?

I\u2019m glad I lived in a simple life time when every thing was done manually and writing a letter was an art

What caused this original comment anyway...did anybody ask Allin to investigate Australian animals?..that is strange isn't it

I don't like it at all, too much scrolling around now and definitely not seamless any more. Why do reasonable sites try to reinvent the wheel and mess things up?! Another site instantly comes to mind!

My issues (in NZ) are: Why is pork from Poland? And beef from Australia? Am I paying for the air in chippie packets because there seems to be more of that than chippies? When I used to dunk my gingernuts (get your smutty minds out of the gutter) they were wholesome dunks in my cups of tea. Now it's a petite holding of the biscuit. And expect prices to rise...again. Trucks will pay more for fuel to supply goods thanks to a certain person..... and once again the consumer pays.

I don't see answering surveys as a cure for boredom. It's just about the most boring thing I can think of.

In my household growing up, the worse swear words were either "bloody" or "bastard" and I never swore back then. Since this useless Government came into power, my swearing started and has escalated and is now quite blue...... not going to give that up!

Absolutely Not! I get up when I want, go to bed when I want, eat what I want whenever I want, go where I want with whomever I want, and stay as long as I want. I do what I want with no time frame! What's boring about that? \ud83e\udd14 Yes, it is all about me, finally! \ud83d\ude02

That you can accomplish more than you originally thought possible when you commit to it and try your best.

We have found a few insurance companies renew policy's without instructions to do so. My concern is that they used an expired credit card and I have no idea how they managed that because not only would the expiry date have changed but another number of 3 digits would have changed also so your bank should have declined it. If it were me my first call would be to my bank to ask why they had approved the transaction, my second call would be to the Ombudsman because it isn't on. All the best.

As Karen said, on holidays my phone is for emergencies only - like the time we were in Darwin and we got the call saying our alarm had gone off at home in South Australia - security guard found a very large Huntsman spider sitting on one of the alarm sensors!

I talk to myself. I have been on some jobs in construction where talking to myself was the only way I could carry on an intelligent conversation.

Hi APB, we have a vacuum sealer & frozen food lasts so much longer when sealed this way. We have a great vege garden & we are fisherman, so have lots on hand in the freezer. It is also a good idea to have an infirmary of what is in the freezer. Our frozen food is also dated so we know to use the older food first.

my dad taught me be the reason someone smiles, and everything will look after itself, I believe that to be true I've had plenty of ups and downs[ who hasn't ] I live day by day week by week but I am extremely happy, I teach my grandkids the same create a smile where ever you can and be the best person you can be no matter the situation so far that is working out ok

In 1994, 62 children ages 6 to 12 outside their school yard in Ruwa, Zimbabwe. Some of the children saw one or more silver craft land on a nearby field and some of the children claim one or more creatures dressed in black approached and communicated telepathically an environment message to them. The children who saw them drew the same drawings of the creatures. This is a true story. Believe it or not.

It\u2019s strange this discussion coming up. My mum died last Sunday. I\u2019m not after sympathy, but I know people care. It was a blessing for her as she was very poorly and it was a huge relief to see her suffering end. About nine years ago I answered my mum back for the first time in my life. She would not recognise my first grandchild as family because she was fostered and in her words not mine \u201c she isn\u2019t blood\u201d. This hurt very much, this beautiful little girl was my first grandchild and I love all my grandchildren equally. I kept my distance for a while but got abusive phone calls from my brother and nearly had to take out a restraining order. My mum changed her will, and I had no say over her health as she got older and deteriorated. She was put in a nursing home, which was very comfortable but she kept asking me what had happened to all her belongings. I didn\u2019t know. I visited her and we spoke and I love her. My psychologist said I would never get an apology for the hurt she caused me but I forgave her. Sorry for the ramble but thank you for letting me write.

i always say no and that maybe your company can put some of their megaprofits in instead of making it look like they have donated when its the shoppers have

I think it is needed as some are hard to see and it makes the decision easyer to make and is a more fair way

My family is large as well. What we do is meet at the local park, lake or nearby beach. Everyone that wants to come brings a main and a dessert to share at a communal table. The children are catered for by water activities and a playground. Adults mingle with whomever they want. At the end (most of it is paper plates\plastic cups) cleaning up takes seconds. The burden of catering is not left to a single person. And our rule is no presents. Having fun, bringing food, participating in activities...that's the present.

Yes, I agree, dogs with those killer tendencies towards cats often go onto to attack people, have seen this many times when working with council dog pound. Often they can not be rehabilitated and have to be euthanised, sad for all concerned. More restrictions, visits are needed for dogs such as these and this savage dog that mauled your cat on a lead is a public safety issue. More than often it is the owner at the cause of the problem with encouraging aggression and non socialisation of dog at fault. There are alot of people involved in dog fighting now and these people couldn't be trusted to look after there dogs and need these animals taken off them

I am single and have been all my life. I enjoy it. It's given me time for self growth. Most of my friends got married within 2 years of leaving high school and took any low paying job they could to pay the bills. I became a teacher and travelled all over the country I live in. I play several instruments, write songs and have a band that we preform at local events. I own my own house, 2 investment properties, a government and a private super, shares and a good size chunk of cash in the bank. Being single DOESN'T mean being lonely. I have great friends and have had relationships along the way. The freedom I have to do anything I want whenever I like is amazing. I don't need to ask anyone's permission to do anything I feel like doing at the drop of a hat, and money is never a problem. When I look at my friends and how deeply they are in debt to the almighty credit card I thank God I'm single. And as far as never having children...well I'm a teacher that is surrounded by children and I have 6 nephews that think I'm the greatest uncle ever due to the gifts and adventures we have had in the past. And still having adventures today with their children. Life is good.

Hi David thanks for this discussion topic. Hospital emergency departments and aquired brain injury wards are testament to people either not using them safely and responsibly, or being injured through no fault of their own. Road users with licenses see first hand people flouting rules including those riding e scooters or e bikes. These machines can travel up to speeds in excess of 40km per hour on footpaths and roads. Not in favour of them.

- pay cash for groceries; withdraw your budget so can't go over it by paying card. You also don't get surcharges doing this. - 10c refund on drink cans etc, save it. I'm at $400 in just over a year doing this - buy 2nd hand

White lies are basically social bubble wrap\u2014sure, the truth is inside there somewhere, but nobody needs to get hurt in the process.

do not understand how someone can sell part of a property, unless it is a group of apartments, what country are you from.?

In my town, the only thing run by volunteers is the gossip network\u2014and trust me, they\u2019re very efficient.

after paying funeral insurance for 58 years, my mum died in Tasmania whilst visiting my sister. No funds released for her funeral as she didn't die in NSW where she lived. READ THE FINE-PRINT PEOPLE!

I attended segregated public schools (kinder garden to the 12th grade) in the USA. My segregated public schools' years are not pleasant. Hence, I 'rarely' reminiscent about my segregated public schools past because I do not have one positive memory! Also, during my public-school years I resided in segregated neighborhoods. Yet, I did learn one cold, hard, ugly fact (from segregation): THE UNITED STATES HAS NEVER BEEN A DEMOCRACY.

Cripes. You could have written that about New Zealand. It beats me why New Zealanders leave here to go to Australia. Hey NZers on Rewardia, I hope you carefully read this discussion of the day....

Never get jealous of an ex with a new partner....I was brought up being told that you always give away your used toys to the needy.

1975 because today 2025 is too confusing right is wrong, left is right, we don\u2019t see eye to eye about anything that\u2019s happening in the crazy world.

The irony is that this current generation never stops to think about who is going to do the work for them. I mean, they don't want to work becasue they just deserve to be given everything, so why would anyone else want to?!? We're all now paying for a welfare system that has created generations of slubberdegullions.

Looking out of the window and seeing two Black Ducks fast asleep in our garden. We believe egg laying is going on in our hedge which happens twice every year when the same pair visits us. Last year we escorted about 18 ducklings and mother off the premises and down to the river.

We are born with a self because we have a personality right from birth. That self, like other beings, evolves and develops over time through various experiences as well as our own genetic predispositions. Just as the self can expand over time, it can also deteriorate just like organic and non-organic matter. Does this mean that the self is just an illusion? Absolutely not. If a piece of metal melted due to extreme heat, would you then say that the metal never existed? Of course not. We know that the same matter can move from solid to liquid to gas or any combination of such changes. The self should be considered in the same way as it shifts from one form to another to yet another.