I loved this video...and loved how choreographed it
is...it feels like all of the pieces are in perfect
harmony with each other.
Here's to your own personal harmony within your world.
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Monday, September 28, 2009
Monday, June 22, 2009
Differences of Perspective Keep The Conversation Going
After I published the last blog post, I received an email from
someone who had read it and felt, based on how they
understood it, that I was off the mark. I want to share it,
as I think
1. It is good to have these types of conversations and
2. There might be others who think similarly
******************************************************
Here is what they had to say:
I am not sure how I feel about this piece in its entirety, but
rather than try to get into a twitter discussion about it,
I will say this;
That in light of recent events in Iran, I have a REALLY
hard time reading that last line, “It is up to you and each
and every vote counts.” and not thinking about people
dying on the streets because their votes most assuredly
did NOT.
So with that, I have to say that the timing of this piece
is questionable, at the very least.
Also, I understand your philosophy about not being
able to change another’s perspective. I just don’t
agree with it ... At all.
I have found in my life, in numerous situations, where
discussion (if not revolution) can result in people
changing their perspectives, their actions, their opinions,
in fact their very way of life.
It’s happened in front of my eyes working with street
children in Central America. So I know empirically that
it’s worked. And it’s what I want to believe ...
HAVE to believe is possible in my life.
...We are a ways apart on this point.
Although I will accept your perspective.
******************************************************
This was my response:
I thank you for taking the time to write out your thoughts...
very difficult to have philosophical conversation
in 140 character tweets.
Not that I am sure it really matters, but I actually wrote
this piece in 2004.
There is much difficulty for me when I express things
that work for mid range/normal/every day folk because
I know taken out of context there may be questions and
issues about the content.
The purpose of the article was more from a self awareness
perspective, rather than a global one.
As I tweeted yesterday (I had been tweeting @theexpert
on the topic of the power of words), I think within is
where it needs to begin - however, it certainly should
never stay there in my mind. If that was the case, I
wouldn't always be trying to reach out to make a
difference.
Being human is a team sport...We do not live in a vacuum.
However within the grand perspective are smaller ones,
and they all count, too. If we don't look at the smaller pieces,
I think in many ways the larger ones are doomed.
In no way am I saying that we shouldn't address other's
perspectives...that is where conversation comes in. If we
communicate how we feel, and nothing changes, then
we have choices we need to make. That is apparently
what is happening over in Iran - and in the context of what
I wrote, what they are doing is exercising their "vote."
I also want to note that I am not saying that perspectives
can't change, or that we shouldn't do things to present ideas
that can be a causes for consideration for those of another
mind...just that WE can't change another's perspective,
although we can make an argument for it, and perhaps
see changes as a result of their choice to alter where
they stand on an issue.
As I think about it, the article might stand amending.
There might be a 4th option, and that could be to make
the case for change. However, I would note that that
certainly might mean a revolution or battle of sorts. A
person would have to decide for themselves whether
or not it was a potential battle worth pursuing. There
are many battles that aren't likely worth it. The freedom
that Iranians are fighting for, well...that's a different
story (and still an individual choice to make and also
slightly out of context for what I wrote).
I would never pretend to understand why things are as
they are, but what I do know in terms of my own experience
comes from my own experience. People have a better
chance of listening when they feel they are being heard.
Is it an absolute? Absolutely not. Where are the
answers to the tough questions? I only wish I knew.
In the meantime, we need to be the best people we can
be and be in touch with ourselves, and beat the drums
of our own messages as we feel appropriate.
I admire you for your stand...You have a strong message,
and one that most certainly needs to be heard. I wish
I knew better myself how to communicate on things on
the bigger world scale. My "specialty" however, is the
one that occurs in our inner world.
I would like to think that if more people were in touch
with that place, the world as a whole would stand a
better chance. Conversation is very much a "live"
thing. It has great power to create. I appreciate the
opportunity you have given me to consider these
words in a different way.
I don't think we're as far apart as you might have
thought. I also appreciate your willingness to discuss,
and explore, if there was more of that we'd also be a
lot better off.
******************************************************
I think the above speaks for itself, and I am not sure
what could be added. However, interestingly, today
I saw a link for 22squared.com. (Once again, through
Twitter and, more specifically my "new" friends
@Collective_Soul.) They have a few videos on the site,
including the one below. Their company is about
business and branding, however I believe this message
speaks to all of life, and I think it was very well said.
I share it with you as an addendum to this conversation,
and as a possible perspective to consider.
Through differences of understanding, sometimes
communications can be misunderstood. I truly feel that
many of us are on the same page, we just don't know it.
What do YOU think?
(You may also want to read:
Words. Power. Are the Two Connected?)
someone who had read it and felt, based on how they
understood it, that I was off the mark. I want to share it,
as I think
1. It is good to have these types of conversations and
2. There might be others who think similarly
******************************************************
Here is what they had to say:
I am not sure how I feel about this piece in its entirety, but
rather than try to get into a twitter discussion about it,
I will say this;
That in light of recent events in Iran, I have a REALLY
hard time reading that last line, “It is up to you and each
and every vote counts.” and not thinking about people
dying on the streets because their votes most assuredly
did NOT.
So with that, I have to say that the timing of this piece
is questionable, at the very least.
Also, I understand your philosophy about not being
able to change another’s perspective. I just don’t
agree with it ... At all.
I have found in my life, in numerous situations, where
discussion (if not revolution) can result in people
changing their perspectives, their actions, their opinions,
in fact their very way of life.
It’s happened in front of my eyes working with street
children in Central America. So I know empirically that
it’s worked. And it’s what I want to believe ...
HAVE to believe is possible in my life.
...We are a ways apart on this point.
Although I will accept your perspective.
******************************************************
This was my response:
I thank you for taking the time to write out your thoughts...
very difficult to have philosophical conversation
in 140 character tweets.
Not that I am sure it really matters, but I actually wrote
this piece in 2004.
There is much difficulty for me when I express things
that work for mid range/normal/every day folk because
I know taken out of context there may be questions and
issues about the content.
The purpose of the article was more from a self awareness
perspective, rather than a global one.
As I tweeted yesterday (I had been tweeting @theexpert
on the topic of the power of words), I think within is
where it needs to begin - however, it certainly should
never stay there in my mind. If that was the case, I
wouldn't always be trying to reach out to make a
difference.
Being human is a team sport...We do not live in a vacuum.
However within the grand perspective are smaller ones,
and they all count, too. If we don't look at the smaller pieces,
I think in many ways the larger ones are doomed.
In no way am I saying that we shouldn't address other's
perspectives...that is where conversation comes in. If we
communicate how we feel, and nothing changes, then
we have choices we need to make. That is apparently
what is happening over in Iran - and in the context of what
I wrote, what they are doing is exercising their "vote."
I also want to note that I am not saying that perspectives
can't change, or that we shouldn't do things to present ideas
that can be a causes for consideration for those of another
mind...just that WE can't change another's perspective,
although we can make an argument for it, and perhaps
see changes as a result of their choice to alter where
they stand on an issue.
As I think about it, the article might stand amending.
There might be a 4th option, and that could be to make
the case for change. However, I would note that that
certainly might mean a revolution or battle of sorts. A
person would have to decide for themselves whether
or not it was a potential battle worth pursuing. There
are many battles that aren't likely worth it. The freedom
that Iranians are fighting for, well...that's a different
story (and still an individual choice to make and also
slightly out of context for what I wrote).
I would never pretend to understand why things are as
they are, but what I do know in terms of my own experience
comes from my own experience. People have a better
chance of listening when they feel they are being heard.
Is it an absolute? Absolutely not. Where are the
answers to the tough questions? I only wish I knew.
In the meantime, we need to be the best people we can
be and be in touch with ourselves, and beat the drums
of our own messages as we feel appropriate.
I admire you for your stand...You have a strong message,
and one that most certainly needs to be heard. I wish
I knew better myself how to communicate on things on
the bigger world scale. My "specialty" however, is the
one that occurs in our inner world.
I would like to think that if more people were in touch
with that place, the world as a whole would stand a
better chance. Conversation is very much a "live"
thing. It has great power to create. I appreciate the
opportunity you have given me to consider these
words in a different way.
I don't think we're as far apart as you might have
thought. I also appreciate your willingness to discuss,
and explore, if there was more of that we'd also be a
lot better off.
******************************************************
I think the above speaks for itself, and I am not sure
what could be added. However, interestingly, today
I saw a link for 22squared.com. (Once again, through
Twitter and, more specifically my "new" friends
@Collective_Soul.) They have a few videos on the site,
including the one below. Their company is about
business and branding, however I believe this message
speaks to all of life, and I think it was very well said.
I share it with you as an addendum to this conversation,
and as a possible perspective to consider.
Through differences of understanding, sometimes
communications can be misunderstood. I truly feel that
many of us are on the same page, we just don't know it.
What do YOU think?
(You may also want to read:
Words. Power. Are the Two Connected?)
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Have you ever really wanted something?
Have you ever really wanted something?
Would you have liked it if people had
helped you get it?
So...Here's the thing...
I have been watching what has been going
on with Collective Soul, and have come
to appreciate their music, and I want to
do something to help them with their goal.
They just released a new song,
and want to be number one.
Who doesn't?
I am sure you can relate.
What if there was a
relatively easy way to help?
Wouldn't it be great if we could all
do something relatively small for another
that could make a big difference?
Don't ask me why I am doing it for them,
or why now...cause I haven't a clue. It's
kinda like meeting @nominated. I can't
help myself. You know how you get a good
feeling about someone, but don't know why?
Well this is one of those times. Probably
reading what their fans have to say has
something to do with it. They really do
seem to be good guys who are just looking
to make a living do what they obviously
love and are passionate about.
So here is what you can do:
Go to ITunes and get their
new song Staring Down.
You can hear a sample, and
it's only 69 cents!
You have the power to help them make
it a reality by buying it yourself, and/
or telling others about it.
Wouldn't it be nice if someone would
launch a campaign to help you get what
you want...especially if it is something
as simple and as specific as this is, and
with minimal individual investment?! On
top of which, you get to hear a great
song - win/win, in my opinion.
And just because I am the type of person
that likes to help, get to know me, and
tell me more about yourself. If there is
something you are looking to get some help
and support with, let me know, and I'll
see what I can to help you, too.
I also invite you to consider how you can
help make a difference in another's world.
If more people took a simple action, we
might all be better off. Sometimes all it
takes is a question: Will you help?
These days, especially,
we have a greater opportunity
to help each other out.
There can be great enjoyment that comes from
seeing a good person succeed, especially
when they have something of value to offer
the world in who they are, with what they do.
If in the end, you decline this request
to help, please use this blog as a prompt
to consider what simple, and perhaps
seemingly small thing, you can do to
make a difference for another.
Thanks for stopping by!
Be well and be safe.
PS This experience presented me with an
idea - a way to help others -
please click here to view the details:
Are You Thinking Small Enough?
Would you have liked it if people had
helped you get it?
So...Here's the thing...
I have been watching what has been going
on with Collective Soul, and have come
to appreciate their music, and I want to
do something to help them with their goal.
They just released a new song,
and want to be number one.
Who doesn't?
I am sure you can relate.
What if there was a
relatively easy way to help?
Wouldn't it be great if we could all
do something relatively small for another
that could make a big difference?
Don't ask me why I am doing it for them,
or why now...cause I haven't a clue. It's
kinda like meeting @nominated. I can't
help myself. You know how you get a good
feeling about someone, but don't know why?
Well this is one of those times. Probably
reading what their fans have to say has
something to do with it. They really do
seem to be good guys who are just looking
to make a living do what they obviously
love and are passionate about.
So here is what you can do:
Go to ITunes and get their
new song Staring Down.
You can hear a sample, and
it's only 69 cents!
You have the power to help them make
it a reality by buying it yourself, and/
or telling others about it.
Wouldn't it be nice if someone would
launch a campaign to help you get what
you want...especially if it is something
as simple and as specific as this is, and
with minimal individual investment?! On
top of which, you get to hear a great
song - win/win, in my opinion.
And just because I am the type of person
that likes to help, get to know me, and
tell me more about yourself. If there is
something you are looking to get some help
and support with, let me know, and I'll
see what I can to help you, too.
I also invite you to consider how you can
help make a difference in another's world.
If more people took a simple action, we
might all be better off. Sometimes all it
takes is a question: Will you help?
These days, especially,
we have a greater opportunity
to help each other out.
There can be great enjoyment that comes from
seeing a good person succeed, especially
when they have something of value to offer
the world in who they are, with what they do.
If in the end, you decline this request
to help, please use this blog as a prompt
to consider what simple, and perhaps
seemingly small thing, you can do to
make a difference for another.
Thanks for stopping by!
Be well and be safe.
PS This experience presented me with an
idea - a way to help others -
please click here to view the details:
Are You Thinking Small Enough?
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Collective Soul: We *Met* on Twitter
World I Know
Ok...I admit it. I didn't know much about Collective Soul
until today. Probably the most I knew was my familiarity
and appreciation of the song in the above video. However,
I am so bad with music, that had anyone asked me before
today whose song that was, I wouldn't have been able to say.
I had heard of Collective Soul, but just had never made the
connection between their name and any of their music.
So, why in the world am I writing a blog entry about them?
Well, there once was a man from Nantucket...
Actually, there was no man, it was totally machine that bears
the responsibility for this meeting. A machine that brought
me to a website that I have become acquainted with, and have
spoken much about in the last several months - cue dramatic
music - TWITTER.
You find many things in ye ole land of Twitter. Some good,
some not so good, and some things really great. Some of my
favorite people in the world I would dare say come from my
meeting them on that website. It has expanded my world in
ways I would never have imagined that first fateful day and
tweet.
So. To start with, my association on Twitter in regard to
Collective Soul started innocently enough. Someone must have
referred to them somehow, or some way (you quickly learn with
Twitter that it is difficult to remember how these "tweet
affairs" begin) because I went to their page.
My habit with going to pages of those I am not all that
acquainted with is to check the time line (the stream of
tweets) and the bio. The one thing I remember seeing when I
went there was "WE FOLLOW BACK." In the land of Twitter
when it comes to "celebrity" types, that is not at all a usual
occurrence. If I am going to follow first I am either going
to have a real interest, or I am looking for someone who
at least wants a two-way street (whether or not it is ever
used is a different story, however, I like when it exists).
Some people have said that Collective Soul "gets it" because
they follow back and engage with those that follow them.
From what I can get of my experience so far in "social media"
is that there are so many opinions about what is "right."
I have learned not to pay too much attention. However,
what I have noticed is that my "if it works, it works"
attitude works in Twitter as well as anywhere else, and what
seems to be working for Collective Soul is that in how they
are giving attention, they are getting attention (and for a
famous *person*, the fact that it is a positive all round is
a plus for me. Why can't positive things be newsworthy for
a change? A conversation for another day, perhaps).
I seriously doubt I am the only one taking the time to
discover them more fully because of the way they are
approaching their promotional efforts, and one of these
things in particular is a contest that I found out about at
http://bit.ly/twittercelebrity.
It is a contest that gets people to do exactly what I am
doing right now - spending time talking about them in a
blog. Of course, then, I will share it with others, and
if I am lucky, I could be a winner in their contest.
It sounds pretty cool to me, and they seem like pretty cool
guys. They may have me fooled, for all I know, maybe they're
good actors, besides singers, but that's OK. If you read
anything of mine, you know everything for me is about
perspective, and the one thing that I have felt strongly
about since joining Twitter is that when I feel good about
someone and what they are doing, and I can help them what
they want, I want to do it. If I can get something
from it, too, that's great because who doesn't like a win/win
situation. (My feeling about this is along the line of my
previous entry about the art of the sale and using one's gut).
The nice thing about all of this is whether or not I win one
of THE prizes, I still get to get the word out more about me,
provided anyone is listening. LOL, OpenPressWire claims
it's my "15 minutes of fame." That is, provided, of
course, anyone is paying attention when they tweet about
this. If I happen to make it to the finals, that will be
a slightly different story, as there will be online voting,
and the writer of the most popular entry will be the one
who wins, which means more eyeballs (isn't it nice to be
reduced to a body part? LOL).
(I thank you for being on this page, and finding your way
to my blog, regardless of when or how or why you made it here.)
I believe everyone has something to offer, and finding
creative expressions of it is likely the biggest trick. I
personally think what Creative Soul has done is brilliant.
For starters, they now have at least one more fan who will
start to talk about, and support, their efforts. I know I
can't be the only one. (Today @garyvee posted a video that
is likely to be the effect that these guys are creating -
or at the very least hope to create. If you have a moment,
check it out http://bit.ly/O9m2Z).
The first prize includes two concert tickets and backstage
passes. Provided I win, and provided there is no provision
that prohibits me from doing it, I am letting you know that
my intention is to find a creative way to find a person to
go with me to the concert. If you are reading this, that
person could be YOU. I think it would be a pretty cool way
to meet someone from the "virtual" world.
Last, but not least, I have to include a few details to be
eligible. It's information you'll most likely want to
investigate if you are a fan, or want to get to know more
about them:
Collective Soul on Twitter
http://www.twitter.com/collective_soul
Collective Soul Blog
http://www.collectivesoul.com/blog/
Collective Soul Website
http://www.collectivesoul.com/news/
New 2009 Tour Date Information
http://www.collectivesoul.com/live/
PS In case I haven't made it clear by what I
have written, I highly recommend you check
these guys out. Maybe they won't be for
you, but if you haven't *met* them yet,
there's no way to tell for certain, is there?
Ok...I admit it. I didn't know much about Collective Soul
until today. Probably the most I knew was my familiarity
and appreciation of the song in the above video. However,
I am so bad with music, that had anyone asked me before
today whose song that was, I wouldn't have been able to say.
I had heard of Collective Soul, but just had never made the
connection between their name and any of their music.
So, why in the world am I writing a blog entry about them?
Well, there once was a man from Nantucket...
Actually, there was no man, it was totally machine that bears
the responsibility for this meeting. A machine that brought
me to a website that I have become acquainted with, and have
spoken much about in the last several months - cue dramatic
music - TWITTER.
You find many things in ye ole land of Twitter. Some good,
some not so good, and some things really great. Some of my
favorite people in the world I would dare say come from my
meeting them on that website. It has expanded my world in
ways I would never have imagined that first fateful day and
tweet.
So. To start with, my association on Twitter in regard to
Collective Soul started innocently enough. Someone must have
referred to them somehow, or some way (you quickly learn with
Twitter that it is difficult to remember how these "tweet
affairs" begin) because I went to their page.
My habit with going to pages of those I am not all that
acquainted with is to check the time line (the stream of
tweets) and the bio. The one thing I remember seeing when I
went there was "WE FOLLOW BACK." In the land of Twitter
when it comes to "celebrity" types, that is not at all a usual
occurrence. If I am going to follow first I am either going
to have a real interest, or I am looking for someone who
at least wants a two-way street (whether or not it is ever
used is a different story, however, I like when it exists).
Some people have said that Collective Soul "gets it" because
they follow back and engage with those that follow them.
From what I can get of my experience so far in "social media"
is that there are so many opinions about what is "right."
I have learned not to pay too much attention. However,
what I have noticed is that my "if it works, it works"
attitude works in Twitter as well as anywhere else, and what
seems to be working for Collective Soul is that in how they
are giving attention, they are getting attention (and for a
famous *person*, the fact that it is a positive all round is
a plus for me. Why can't positive things be newsworthy for
a change? A conversation for another day, perhaps).
I seriously doubt I am the only one taking the time to
discover them more fully because of the way they are
approaching their promotional efforts, and one of these
things in particular is a contest that I found out about at
http://bit.ly/twittercelebrity.
It is a contest that gets people to do exactly what I am
doing right now - spending time talking about them in a
blog. Of course, then, I will share it with others, and
if I am lucky, I could be a winner in their contest.
It sounds pretty cool to me, and they seem like pretty cool
guys. They may have me fooled, for all I know, maybe they're
good actors, besides singers, but that's OK. If you read
anything of mine, you know everything for me is about
perspective, and the one thing that I have felt strongly
about since joining Twitter is that when I feel good about
someone and what they are doing, and I can help them what
they want, I want to do it. If I can get something
from it, too, that's great because who doesn't like a win/win
situation. (My feeling about this is along the line of my
previous entry about the art of the sale and using one's gut).
The nice thing about all of this is whether or not I win one
of THE prizes, I still get to get the word out more about me,
provided anyone is listening. LOL, OpenPressWire claims
it's my "15 minutes of fame." That is, provided, of
course, anyone is paying attention when they tweet about
this. If I happen to make it to the finals, that will be
a slightly different story, as there will be online voting,
and the writer of the most popular entry will be the one
who wins, which means more eyeballs (isn't it nice to be
reduced to a body part? LOL).
(I thank you for being on this page, and finding your way
to my blog, regardless of when or how or why you made it here.)
I believe everyone has something to offer, and finding
creative expressions of it is likely the biggest trick. I
personally think what Creative Soul has done is brilliant.
For starters, they now have at least one more fan who will
start to talk about, and support, their efforts. I know I
can't be the only one. (Today @garyvee posted a video that
is likely to be the effect that these guys are creating -
or at the very least hope to create. If you have a moment,
check it out http://bit.ly/O9m2Z).
The first prize includes two concert tickets and backstage
passes. Provided I win, and provided there is no provision
that prohibits me from doing it, I am letting you know that
my intention is to find a creative way to find a person to
go with me to the concert. If you are reading this, that
person could be YOU. I think it would be a pretty cool way
to meet someone from the "virtual" world.
Last, but not least, I have to include a few details to be
eligible. It's information you'll most likely want to
investigate if you are a fan, or want to get to know more
about them:
Collective Soul on Twitter
http://www.twitter.com/collective_soul
Collective Soul Blog
http://www.collectivesoul.com/blog/
Collective Soul Website
http://www.collectivesoul.com/news/
New 2009 Tour Date Information
http://www.collectivesoul.com/live/
PS In case I haven't made it clear by what I
have written, I highly recommend you check
these guys out. Maybe they won't be for
you, but if you haven't *met* them yet,
there's no way to tell for certain, is there?
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