disability benefits

Social Security projected to cut benefits in 2035 barring a fix

It’s incredibly disheartening to hear that Social Security is projected to cut benefits in 2035 if a fix isn’t implemented. As someone who has been paying into Social Security for almost three decades, the idea of seeing those benefits diminished just as I approach retirement age is frustrating and concerning.

The fact that there is a potential solution – removing the income cap on Social Security taxes – makes the situation even more infuriating. This simple fix could ensure that the program remains solvent for years to come, yet Congress seems reluctant to take action. The staggering ratio of workers paying into the system per retiree only adds to the urgency of finding a solution sooner rather than later.… Continue reading

‘Go To Therapy and Get Back To Work’: UK’s Sunak and Ministers Crack Down On ‘Sick Note Culture’

The recent uproar over UK Prime Minister Sunak and other ministers cracking down on what they call “sick note culture” has sparked outrage and frustration amongst many. The notion that individuals should simply “go to therapy and get back to work” oversimplifies the complex issues surrounding mental health and work.

The reality is, accessing therapy in the UK can be a monumental task due to the strained resources of the NHS and the high costs of private therapy. Cutting funding for mental healthcare while simultaneously pushing individuals to seek therapy is contradictory and hypocritical. The waiting lists for therapy can stretch on for months, leaving many struggling individuals without the support they desperately need.… Continue reading