Nick Palmer

@blakeweinerlaw @TeeplesCY I confess that I used to have a similar perspective on most church-goers. Then I discovered that most of the Christians I knew thought more intentionally, more deeply and more often about life than most of the non-Christians I knew. It was the opposite of ‘head in the sand’.

@TeeplesCY Literally nothing about this data supports it works if you just go but still don’t believe in the magical man in the sky. Of course people who are religious are happier—religious people have their hand in the sand and are delusional. Much easier to be happier.

"If I told you there was one free thing you could do every Sunday that would make your kids happier, healthier, smarter, and closer to you, you'd think I was selling something." Take your kids to church regularly. I don't care if you believe. The data is so lopsided that skipping it is the parenting equivalent of refusing vegetables because you don't like the taste. Grades. Religious teens get As at almost twice the rate of nonreligious teens. In a class of 100, that's 24 A-students instead of 14. Church gives a kid the same academic boost as being born rich instead of poor. College. Working-class religious kids earn bachelor's degrees at double the rate of their nonreligious peers. Middle-class kids do it at 1.5x the rate. For families without a trust fund, this is one of the most powerful forms of upward mobility social scientists have measured. Character. Religious teens are far less likely to lie, cheat, or do things they hope their parents never find out about. They're more likely to care about racial equality, the elderly, and the poor. They reject the idea that morality is whatever works for you in the moment. That kind of kid doesn't happen by accident. It's built. Closeness. 60% of parents of religious teens say they feel "extremely close" to their kid, compared to 50% of nonreligious parents. The kids report the same thing back. They get along better with their parents, talk about hard stuff, and actually want to spend time with their family. Despair. Religious teens are dramatically less likely to be depressed, anxious, lonely, or feel that life is meaningless. 90% of devoted religious teens never binge drink, compared to 41% of the disengaged. Economists named the modern epidemic "deaths of despair." Regular church attendance is one of the strongest known buffers against it. Parents are spending fortunes trying to solve teen mental health. The most evidence-backed intervention is free. Purpose. Religious young adults report higher purpose, gratitude, life satisfaction, and resilience. These are the exact traits every parent says they want their kid to have. Here's why it works. Affluent families already surround their kids with networks of stable, accomplished adults through neighborhoods, schools, and parents' colleagues. Working and middle-class families usually don't. A congregation is often the last institution in American life that puts your kid in weekly contact with dozens of stable, employed, sober adults who know their name. It used to be called "a village." Now it barely exists outside of churches. "But I don't believe." Your kid doesn't need your theology. They need you to show up. "But church is boring." So is sitting through a kindergarten music recital. Parenting is the deliberate choice to be bored on purpose for someone you love. There's a church within 15 minutes of nearly every American home. You don't need money, connections, or credentials to walk in. Nothing else in this country will surround your kid with engaged adults, teach them moral seriousness, and give them a stable weekly rhythm at zero cost. You already drive them to practices that produce far less. The free thing on Sunday produces more, on more dimensions, than almost anything else you do as a parent. You don't have to believe anything. You just have to take them.

@kooooobbbbeeeee @nadersquad11 @KevinOConnor Wrong.

@nadersquad11 @KevinOConnor hence, he froze 😂

This angle of the Hornets/Pistons brawl is crazy

@BestHopeOfEarth @SMB_Attorney

If you had any doubt left whether AI is intentionally programmed to be a sychophant, this should settle it.

@DeepState4547 @BillSimmons @TheRewatchables Jon! Still out there, fella? Praying for you, man.

@creativegent @BillSimmons @TheRewatchables Do you sick cock?

New @TheRewatchables — ‘Airplane’ w/ me and special guest Bill Hader. I just want to tell you good luck listening to the pod, we’re all counting on you. open.spotify.com/episode/2oMW7F…

@DeepState4547 @BillSimmons @TheRewatchables O sweet Jon. Bless you and your seething feelings.

@BillSimmons @TheRewatchables Fuck you and Kimmel. Liberal pussies

@ringer @blevitt93 I take it all back. Your top 10 is unassailable.

@ringer @blevitt93 Superb idea but right off the bat, this is a miss. The 'It Gets Better' video is high comedy, including what might be the best 30 seconds of James Spader's career.

With the ‘Office’ follow-up and spinoff, ‘The Paper,’ premiering this week, it’s the perfect time to reminisce about chili spills, Jim pranks, fake fires, and more. This is every single cold open of ‘The Office,’ @blevitt93: theringer.com/2025/09/03/tv/…

@oldnbatweetz This is the definition of fake news.

I know Doris Burke ain't say what I think she just said

@elaine_bgrand @mario4thenorth I don’t agree with shutting down public prayer. But I continue to shake my head at people using the term ‘genocide’ so freely and inaccurately.

So now you're advocating for a Christian style Sharia law? Why can't you get it into your head, that this has more to do with protesting genocide than anything else. They are trying to show peace in their protest against genocide. They have tried evey form of peaceful protest and you find fault always.

I have friends & family that are Muslim. And I say this in the most respectful manner possible because it needs to be said. But utilizing public property as a place of prayer/worship on Good Friday is a huge slap in the face. As an immigrant myself, let me remind you all where we are. Our own CHARTER OF RIGHTS, says “Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law". Canada was founded upon Christian values. If we did this, as Christians, in Yemen, we could be killed. I think Qatar, Kuwait and Saudi have banned this. Why do we allow it on public property? That is no place, whatsoever for this, let alone on Good Friday! It’s disgraceful.

@morme1 @clairlemon Yes, it’s a serious problem. Yes, governments are right to be concerned about it. No, it’s not why Trump is imposing tariffs. It’s a smokescreen. A tiny percentage of fentanyl comes into the USA from Canada. The article you cited doesn’t even mention the U.S. as a destination.

@clairlemon There's one reason to be upset with Canada. Fentanyl coming across the border. It's not new. Check the date on this article. cbc.ca/news/politics/…

The attacks on Canada are bewildering, and let’s be honest, sadistic.

@rBillSimmonsPod In your dictionary, under ‘Eviscerate’ does it say ‘Mildly disagree with’?

Doris Burke EVISCERATES Bill Simmons

@clairlemon Early candidate for reply of the year.

This isn’t LinkedIn dude x.com/sweatystartup/…

@HomeCookinMusic @bariweiss Intriguing. Are you saying that “ALL” the people who physically attacked law enforcement officers — on video, I might add — are actually innocent? Is there some hidden footage that somehow exonerates them? That must be some amazing video.

@bariweiss The courts, judges and juries were corrupt and partisan. They wouldn't even let the defendants show video evidence that would exonerate them. This happened in ALL the so called "violent" cases. Why were they hiding evidence? What kind of journalist are you lol

"The question of pardoning the pro-Trump rioters who attacked the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, was “very simple,” according to Vice President J.D. Vance. Peaceful protesters should qualify, Vance observed on January 12, about a week before he took office, but “if you committed violence on that day, obviously you shouldn’t be pardoned.” Other Republicans concurred. Alabama senator Katie Britt said: “I agree with J.D.” Attorney general–designate Pam Bondi told the senators at her confirmation hearing: “I will look at every case on a case-by-case basis.” But that’s not what happened yesterday when Donald Trump signed an executive order granting pardons on a wholesale basis to hundreds of people who had pleaded guilty, been convicted, or were still being sought by the FBI in connection with the riot. They include 172 who pleaded guilty when charged with assaults on police."

@DC_Draino @BarackObama It’s literally the opposite.

@BarackObama This is what people say when they’re trying to steal an election

It took several days to count every ballot in 2020, and it’s very likely we won’t know the outcome tonight either. So please keep a few things in mind as you make your voice heard today: – Thousands of election workers around the country are working hard today. Respect them. Thank them.  – Don’t share things before checking your sources.  – Let the process run its course. It takes time to count every ballot.

@gtconway3d I’m no fan of Trump but this isn’t even the most brutal beatdown in a presidential debate this year.

This is the most brutal beatdown I’ve ever seen in a presidential debate.

@BGNHoops Both incredibly skilled dudes, although that video has precious little 'playing together'. Lots of each guy going 1-on-1.

When Harden and Kyrie combined for 54 points against the Wizards in 2021. Wish this duo played more together. They would’ve gone down as one of the best backcourts ever.

@BMizener @papa3671591 @BBGreatMoments Agreed. His ignorance of hockey and the people who excel at it is actually kind of adorable.

@papa3671591 @BBGreatMoments You are hilarious and clearly know nothing about the sport.

@ST0NEHENGE That woman is my new hero.

Just stop oil protestors damage Stonehenge 😭

@NickDiFabio1 I love that quote. But that quote was written by a copywriter and Jordan read it off a cue card for a Nike commercial. It’s not an original.

Michael Jordan's work ethic & drive to win are legendary. He maintained a relentless mindset. His famous quote: "I've failed over & over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed," Shows exactly why he was a winner.

1. Develop a Relentless Mindset: Grover emphasizes the importance of developing a mindset where you are willing to do whatever it takes to achieve your goals. This means: • Staying focused • Pushing past your limits • Never settling for mediocrity Example: