The tariffs increase

Trump has officially declared a national emergency…… and no, not over school shootings, medical bankruptcy, or the fact that rent costs your soul and a small piece of your liver.

Not even because insulin costs more than crack.

Nope. The emergency is that… we buy too many things.

Seriously.

The U.S. imports too much stuff, and now we’re apparently under threat of collapsing into a pile of yoga pants and flat screen TVs.

So what’s the master plan?

TARIFF. THE. ENTIRE. PLANET.

Starting April 5, Trump is slapping a 10% tax on every country that has the audacity to send us products we willingly buy.

Then on April 9, the countries that had the nerve to run functioning economies and sell us stuff in bulk?

They get extra punishment taxes.

Because clearly, if we don’t tax imported lawn chairs, the U.S. military disintegrates and the Constitution catches fire.

And yes, this includes places like Heard Island and McDonald Islands, where there are literally no humans, only penguins and seals living their best frozen lives.

So yeah.

The penguins got tariffed.

Because apparently, freedom has a price, and it’s now 10% more expensive.

Let me explain this like you’re standing in a Bass Pro Shop, wearing New Balances, red in the face, and screaming about the “deep state” while holding a fishing rod made in Taiwan:

A tariff is a tax.

You pay it.

Not China. Not Brazil. Not some mime in France.

YOU. Every time you buy literally anything.

From Amazon. Walmart. Tractor Supply. Doesn’t matter. You’re funding this trade war one overpriced air fryer at a time.

Trump says this is about “reciprocity.”

Nah, babe.

This is economic cosplay for people who think Costco is a diplomatic threat.

This isn’t strategy.

This is revenge politics and your paycheck is the hostage.

Your sneakers? Taxed.

Your blender? Taxed.

Your iPhone? Taxed.

Your bidet? oh wait, half of y’all still don’t wash your behinds, so that’s a financial win for you, I guess.

Everyone else? Enjoy your imported soap hike.

And if another country dares to fight back?

Trump built in a clause to double down.

This man really said: “If you retaliate, I’ll retaliate harder, and we’ll all drown together in overpriced baby formula.”

It’s a global tantrum with a bazooka and a toddler’s logic.

Even Mexico and Canada are getting slapped with tariffs if their goods aren’t perfectly labeled

Unless it’s potash, because apparently potash is the Beyoncé of minerals and must be protected at all costs.

(Seriously. Look it up. It’s in the executive order. Potash is untouchable.)

So congratulations, patriots.

You’re about to pay more for:

Your diapers

Your garden hoses

Your throw pillows

Your kid’s cleats

Your poorly made MAGA mug ironically produced in a Chinese factory

Because capitalism works great…

Until Trump loses at it.

Then it’s “national emergency” time and we start taxing icebergs out of spite.

This isn’t “owning China.”

It’s not “hurting the libs.”

It’s shooting yourself in the face and high fiving the guy holding the gun.

Somebody please Venmo the seals.

And the penguins.

They didn’t deserve this.

Harnessing the power of 4:4 portal

Dear friends, today marks the climax of the 4:4 portal, a numeric resonance gateway that amplifies the energies of stability, structure, and practicality. As we step into this powerful portal, we’re invited to tap into the resonant vibrations of the number 4 and its master number 44.

Imagine yourself standing on solid ground, feeling the earthy energy of the number 4 beneath your feet. This number represents the physical four elements, the four directions, and the four seasons – embodying the energies of stability, security, and hard work. It’s the foundation upon which we build our physical lives, our relationships, and our dreams.

Now, amplify this energy with the master number 44, often referred to as the “Master Builder” number. This potent vibration intensifies our focus, discipline, and manifestation powers. It’s the energy of architects, engineers, and creators – those who bring their visions into reality, the non-physical realms imprinted into the physical fabric of reality.

Today’s 4:4 portal is deeply connected to the previous March eclipse corridor and equinox energies. The recent eclipses have brought intense transformations, renewals, and rebalancing. As we navigate this portal, we’re given the opportunity to ground and stabilize these energies, integrating the changes and insights gained during the eclipse period.

The equinox has also brought a renewed sense of life, growth, and expansion. The 4:4 portal supports this growth by providing a more solid energetic foundation for our goals, desires, and aspirations. It’s the perfect moment to focus on building a strong base, nurturing our roots, and watching our dreams flourish.

As we journey through the 4:4 portal, we can expect an amplification of our manifestation powers. The energies of number 4 and master number 44 will support us in bringing our desires into reality, especially those related to stability, security, and practicality. Our focus and discipline will be enhanced, allowing us to tackle challenging tasks and projects with greater ease so we can manifest a higher timeline more aligned with our heart and soul.

Emotional balance will also be a hallmark of this portal. The number 4 is associated with emotional stability, helping us navigate challenging situations with greater poise and confidence. And, as we connect with the master number 44, we’ll be guided toward our higher purpose and soul mission, deepening our spiritual connection and understanding of ourselves and the world.

Feel free to use the “Grounding activation” in the 3D to 5D Activations Library if you need some extra assistance to anchor your energy and find a more stable inner emotional and physical balance during this transitional time. This activation is most beneficial during periods of energetic shifts, personal challenges, experiencing energetic clearings, and life transitions in general. It will connect you energetically to the core of our planet and induce feelings of safety, relaxation, and inner balance. You can also work with the “Energetic Cord Cutting” and the “Nervous System Overload” activation in the perennial section of the library for a deeper relaxation and emotional release:

LEVEL I: BASIC ALIGNMENTS

To harness the energies of the 4:4 portal, take a moment to reflect on what you want to manifest, stabilize, or achieve in your life. Set clear intentions, and then focus on building a solid foundation to support your dreams. Practice grounding techniques, such as meditation, walking barefoot, or hugging a tree, to connect with the Earth’s energies.

As you navigate this powerful portal, remember to stay disciplined, focused, and committed to your goals. The energies of the 4:4 portal will support you every step of the way, guiding you toward a more stable, secure, and fulfilling life. Have a wonderful gateway and weekend. Stay tuned for more updates as we move deeper into the April energies. Much love 💖

WE ARE ONE ♡

Diego E. Berman 2025Ⓒ

http://www.diegoberman.com

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Alienated Children grieve in silence

Many alienated children know, deep down, that they have one parent’s love. Often, it is the parent who loves conditionally—the one often exhibiting toxic, narcissistic, or borderline personality traits—from whom they crave affection, sacrificing their happiness and their relationship with the other parent in the process. Children inherently desire love from both parents. A child does not naturally reject a parent, even an abusive one (which I’ve covered in other posts), and needs to be far better understood. ⁠

The targeted parent, like the child, has likely been operating in survival mode within a toxic home environment. If the healthier-minded parent chooses to leave because the home life has become unbearable—recognising that it is harmful for the child too—the fears triggered in the toxic parent can escalate alienating behaviours, which may have already been in play, either overtly or covertly. At this juncture, if not before, the previously loved parent is demonised by the toxic parent, who now positions themselves as the best mother or father in the world.⁠

The child, who may have long craved the love and attention of the toxic parent, may become enamoured with the newfound closeness and the secrets (often lies and delusions) shared by that parent. Yet, they are also scared and confused. They might begin to question whether they misjudged their other (target) parent: Have they truly been abandoned? Did that parent ever love them? This internal conflict often manifests as anger or loyalty to the alienating parent, masking the deeper grief they experience. Their grief may not be overt; instead, it can be expressed through rage, confusion, and compliance, making it difficult for others to see the silent suffering beneath the surface. And they probably are not getting the opportunity (little or none), to believe anything other that what the alienating parent is telling them. ⁠

These negative beliefs, reinforced by lies and the alienation tactics of triangulation (obstruction of contact and divide-and-rule), become ingrained. The toxic parent, now playing the roles of victim and hero, often becomes the child’s closest confidant.

In coping with this turmoil, the child may resort to psychological ‘splitting,’ using their anger and hurt feelings as justification for rejecting

the other parent. They adopt the thoughts, beliefs, and behaviours of the toxic parent, believing they have consciously chosen this alignment without external influence. They think it is entirely their decision to turn their back on the other parent. However, what they receive from their aligned parent is not love; it is manipulation. The alienating parent seeks to use the child as a weapon to inflict the maximum emotional pain on the other parent, removing the beloved child from that parent’s life in the most dramatic way possible.

My posts are here not to alarm or upset but to spread awareness about what’s known as ‘parental alienation’ and to provide guidance to those who are going through it, as I did myself. Apart from these daily posts, which I hope help you know you’re not alone, and to better understand it’s an attachment disorder, a pathology, it’s not you; please reach out if I can help with the coaching I offer.

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#abuseinthefamily

#pathogenicparent

Abusive partners know what they are doing

The world will tell you that your partner, who is abusive physically and emotionally, who is unfaithful and inconsistent, is dealing with childhood trauma. Their parents didn’t love them correctly.

Their exes hurt them. They’re dealing with deep issues.

It’s not intentional but unconscious. You should wait for them to be talked to, counselled, and so forth.

You should stick it out for the children. Do not break your marriage.

Your partner knows what they’re doing, and that’s why they usually do it when there are no witnesses.

Their anger is a strategy because they never lose their temper in front of other people. Just behind closed doors.

They abuse you for some very sweet reasons, which were listed by one Chuck Derry in this manner.

Derry runs the Gender Violence Institute, and he gathered this information from holding group discussions with abusive partners.

They said it gives them full control over the relationship and their partner. They get to make all decisions and have their partners do their bidding without asking questions.

If you intimidate him or her, they submit and do what you say.

You get their money, their service, their body, all for free. You don’t have to hang out with them or spend time loving them.

You can just disappear and come home whenever you want. They will be at your service and clean up after you.

If you’re generous and kind to everyone else, they will help you convince him or her that they must be the problem. Nobody sees you that way, and so they must be the ones triggering that side of you.

You can win the children to be on your side and isolate this person from their friends so they don’t confront you or strengthen your partner against you.

You can get them to quit their job or get into huge debts so that they’re all the more at your mercy.

This is a game of power.

You can make him or her too ashamed or tired of asking for help, and they surrender to you.

If you dangle the hope of a good future, you can get them making excuses for you and covering your history of violence.

In short, abuse is the ultimate massage to a bloated ego and a weak person.

It gives them a human robot, a live-in nurse and cook, a submissive servant, a punching bag and outlet for all their rage, a dumping site for all their frustrations.

And what do abusers fear most? What could make them stop? These three things they dread, and for them, they’ll change immediately or run away: getting exposed or arrested, breakup or divorce, and their children learning the truth, thereby alienating them.

Your solution is two-fold. Stop thinking your abuser is a victim. They’re strategic with everything, including the drinking, the explosive rage, the late nights, the silent treatments, the affairs.

Everything is strategic. Stop getting emotional with someone who is playing games with your life.

Secondly, leave and talk.

Break away and refuse any reconciliation meetings with relatives and friends.

Your partner’s worst fear is you leaving and telling the world the truth. So they’ll bribe, lobby, mobilize, and do anything to get people pressuring you to stay and be silent.

They’ll start fake therapy, get prayed over, and even plan a wedding.

All these are gimmicks. And even if they stopped the violent abuse, they can never rise to treasuring you. The best you can get is a peaceful but loveless existence. What’s the point? You can get that and better by yourself.

As for the marriage, they broke it themselves with their abuse and mistreatment. You didn’t.

About the children, they will ultimately benefit from you standing up for yourself and giving them the chance to see the truth and choose a better lifestyle than their diabolical parent.

(©️ Benjamin Zulu Global)