It's fun, and it is a creative outlet, which I enjoy, and I got to thinking that maybe there were others on Twitter, or even in the "real" world (how does the real world exist without Twitter?) that might have a need for a revamped original image, or perhaps something that I can create for them.
You may have seen my previous blog entry about how things are for me at the moment, and to say "not good" is an understatement. People seem to appreciate what I do, as long as it's free. I am more than happy to give of myself, the only problem is I need to pay bills, and things are fairly desperate at the moment.
So...My request to you if you are reading this is to remember me if you need - anything. I don't know if I can help, or not, but I will give it my best shot. I may not be able to help personally, but I can reach out to others. In addition, maybe I can help you in a way that I can get paid for my services, maybe in a way you didn't even know I was capable.
There are many things I am able to do, and it is difficult to make a comprehensive listing of them in a way that marketers tell me won't be confusing for you.
I am open to partnering with people, creating affiliate type relationships, to helping creating basic web pages, to hosting those pages, to helping someone with a project from an administrative point of view, to...(the list could go on).
You can learn more about me and (about some of) what I do at JoLoPe.net and HolidayStressBuster.com. There is a lot there, and if you prefer, just pick up the phone and call. I find it the most expedient and effective way to get things done.
I know I can't be the only one in this position - someone with something to give, and having difficulty finding a way to give it and survive these tough times. Let's do what we can for each other - Please. Thank you.
PS If you'd like to help me with my basic needs and are willing to donate any funds, you can send money on PayPal to ThankYou@JoLoPe.com. It sucks to ask because I would so much rather do something to help another for any money received. If you really want to help, the best thing you could do is help another by helping them to find me. I promise you, I will take very good care of them, and should they want hypnosis, they will get one of the best hypnotists out there. Thanks so much!
PPS This is about helping each other, so even if you don't think you can help me, and you need help, please speak up! However, don't underestimate the value of a recommendation, or a small purchase. For example, I have a recording for less than $10.
The above picture was a gift from @garciaje on Twitter. He is a graphic designer, among other things (I'd give a web address, but he doesn't provide one).
Out of the blue he sent this picture a few days ago. I thanked him and, as I looked at it and appreciated his version of me (and interpretation of one of my avatars), I got to thinking about how others see me.
At the same time, Twitter released its list making abilities, and it is interesting to see the names of these lists. It certainly tells you a little something about how you are perceived when you show up on a list called People-I-Have-Seen-Naked (which, by the way, and for the record, she hasn't - not quite sure what she does mean. Just thought it an interesting list name) or Geeky-in-a-Sexy-Cool-Way. I struggled with how to "do" Twitter in the beginning, so it is cool to see myself on the list of a Twitter leader (@Kim) called Rockin-This-Twitter.
For someone who has spent a good part of her life trying to hide...the last few years have been a big exercise in stepping out, and being seen. It takes some getting used to, and it helps that I am getting such a wonderful reception, and to know "that you like me, you really really like me!" (or something like that, LOL) Thank you for spending some of your precious time and energy with me. What a gift.
@MonteCarloSS2K shared this video with me after she saw info regarding my upcoming show with @PamelaGlasner.
I haven't even watched the whole thing yet, but every second so far is worthy of sharing.
I suspect it WILL all be worth it. If I think otherwise, I will come back and let you know.
Seriously...this is stuff we need to consider.
Awareness is where change often begins. If you don't know something, you may not know you can change it. Whether you do or don't is something else, but at least an opportunity exists where you might not have known before.
What are your thoughts? Do you have any resources to share?
Starting tomorrow, I am going to start to send out weekly Word Finds via email. If you'd like to get on this distribution list, please send an email to Subscribe at World-of-Perspective.com.
I promise that I won't sell your email address, and that I will be selfish, and keep your information all to myself.
These word finds will be particularly special to those of you on Twitter, and you will see why when you begin to receive them. If you enjoy word finds, I hope you will come and join the fun, and tell others!
If you have any questions, please ask. And, I welcome your comments on these puzzles below.
If in the US, and today is a holiday for you, I hope you are enjoying your day off.
(ALL WORKS HERE ARE COPYRIGHTED. ONLY USE WITH PERMISSION.)
This was another work inspired by a picture of @kismet100 from Leadbetter Beach. His original is on the left. On the right, and on top, is the version I created.
I thought, "Hmmmm," and proceeded to play with it in photoshop. I am ever, always, amazed at the diversity of the work that comes from playing with that program. The possibilities really do seem almost endless.
After showing it to him, I asked if I could share it here, and his response was that he'd be honored.
I am honored that he's letting me share. So there. :-P
Some think that one doesn't have to thank people for the tweets they do...I tend to disagree...and try my best to acknowledge the thoughtfulness of others. Time and effort goes into a tweet, why shouldn't some time and effort acknowledge it - whenever possible.
I don't know that I can do my thank you for the Follow Fridays this way all of the time going forward, however, I wanted to see how it felt to do it this week...there were so many kind and thoughtful people and tweets.
Perhaps consider looking these people up. It would seem they are good people to know!
Today I brought out a new recording called Peace Within. I asked for help on Twitter, and several wonderful people tweeted about it, and because there were so many, I wanted to give a special thanks.
I am a little nervous with this list, hoping that I didn't miss anyone. If you RT or shared about the recording in any shape, way, or form,and I missed it/you, PLEASE let me know so I can add you. If you're not here, I soooo apologize in advance. It's not easy to scroll down through the many tweets.
I always say every little bit counts. I would say there were approximately 400 views of the Peace Within recording page as well as other associated pages. I certainly don't think I could have done that alone!
@nominated has a long way to go, and I believe that with the way things are, there is plenty need for this recording. Should you be willing, please keep sharing about it.
To anyone who is reading this...you couldn't follow, or be followed by, better people. I think all that I have become acquainted with are great, and this is just my special way of thanking these folks for this particular request on this particular day.
THANK YOU for being a part of my Twitter world. If there is anything I can ever do for you...please just say the word!
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.
I share this with you as another piece to consider. I don't necessarily agree with the approach that either one of these people are taking (and in general I am a big fan of @theexpert), however, it is a great thing that we don't have to see things the same way and have the freedom to disagree.
I almost was going to say "in this country." I stopped myself because I realized that this is a part of the debate the murkys the waters. When we start putting pieces and parts in the picture that can be seen as politically based, the core of any picture can be distorted.
What these two are wanting to get to at the core (I suspect) is the same thing we can all agree on: Can't we just have a respect for one another? The examples that they point out are ones that are most obviously lacking in respect for the other human beings involved. If there was an inherent respect, those words - whether they incite - or not - would never have been said.
Whether or not we agree, we must live in this world together (some beautiful, thought provoking perspective by Carl Sagan) and odds are fairly good that there will always be disagreement when it comes to perspective. The beauty of disagreement is that it helps us to see ourselves more clearly, and helps us to define where we stand, and what is important to us.
What is sometimes not so beautiful are the ways that we sometimes express ourselves as a result of this disagreement. However, the disagreement and the resulting actions are two different things. Cause never equals effect. Are they/can they be related? Quite often it would seem likely, however to have the two converge as it so often does can be a recipe for some of the horrendous acts that we have been witness to as human beings.
I realize that what I say may not fit for everyone, as disagreement is fueled with passion. Trying to get a person to change their mind sometimes on something (which is what so many of us do) is like trying to take away their passion.
Think about the things you are passionate about. Is there any wonder why it only seems to make them want to fight for their perspective even more?
Tonight I saw a tweet from someone that I want to quote as the inspiration for this blog entry, but if I do, I then need to tell you who it is, and I don't think it is necessary for me to do that, as I want to be clear about the message more than focusing on the messenger.
Currently on Twitter there is a lot of discussion about what is occurring in Iran. As a show of support for those in Iran, many have colored their avatar (their little profile picture that occurs next to the person's twitter messages - "tweets") in some way green.
Now...what does the green mean, exactly? Who knows about "EXACTLY," but it has several possible reasons and benefits:
1. To those in Iran who are managing to Tweet, if they happen to see the green, or know about it, it might give them a sign that they're not alone, and that there are people in the world that support them.
We all have associations with things that can become symbols, and green carries significant symbolism for the Iranian people.
2. To those outside of Iran it might be a way for a person to bring attention to something that they believe in, and want to support in some way.
I have had a heart and "#Eric" on my avatar for some time, and it brings attention to the situation that Eric De La Cruz finds himself in (see previous posts). People ask about it, and sometimes get involved themselves, as a result.
3. To some it may provide a certain feeling, a certain energy, that is supportive of those in Iran currently in the midst of the difficulties. Maybe it makes them feel better.
Now here is where it gets a little interesting. They may be doing it without realizing what I am about to say. And what I am about to say may mean nothing to some reading this, but consider that if "everything is energy" as so many are saying these days, then any thought we have makes a difference. If every thought we have makes a difference, then if something we associate with a supportive thought (like a green shaded avatar) triggers that supportive thought then there is energy that is being created, potentially for some benefit. Multiply that green by many, and the effect also multiplies.
4. It could mean anything to anyone on any individual basis. Most things have the meanings WE give them.
Now...does the green avatar have a DIRECT benefit for the people of Iran? None - that I can think of. However, if the energies (thoughts) of everyone who considers Iran are positively and lovingly charged, even if having green avatars didn't help directly, it certainly couldn't hurt.
I respect that some may think otherwise, and having someone say that only "idiots" would think that a green avatar would make a difference as the tweeter I referenced above did - to me - hardly seems necessary, or appropriate - even if in the realm of possiblity there was absolutely zero value in the exercise.
I tend to think we are more likely to hear what another has to say if we're not feeling belittled or insulted. Maybe this person had a perspective worth hearing. The only problem was that the minute he decided to take an inflammatory approach many probably couldn't "hear" a word he wrote.
Since everything is perspective, I'd say that would be something to consider when voicing something you feel passionate about - especially if you want to be heard.
And, of course, that is just MY perspective. Thanks for listening. Have a good day/night (whatever it may be in your part of the world)... and thank you for doing what feels right to you, in spite of what someone else might say.
We all need to feel supported, and supportive. However it looks and feels is unique to the individual and his/her experience, and it all comes together to create our collective human experience, for worse - or for better.
I'm shooting for more of the latter - who's with me?
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:
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?
I read a few years ago about some "studies" were done where people would come together at a certain time of day and meditate in the interest of peace. Their focus was a certain area/city. From what I remember reading, you might dispute the benefit, or say it was coincidence, however, during the time of the experiment, there was a decrease in violence in that (those?) area(s).
I was trying to find the information today, and the closest I came to finding it was on this site:
I bring this up because of 2 reasons. The first is that today I noticed that @theexpert on Twitter was asking for people to come together at a certain time to send a "Tsunami" of love and good thoughts to Eric De La Cruz, a 27-year-old, who is in desperate need of a heart transplant.
Unfortunately, he is struggling with unknown issues at the moment, and they are attempting to get him stable enough to get on the heart transplant list.
It occurred to me that a daily dose of this love and energy would be even better. So...this is what I propose anyone interested do...at 6:00 PM (local time) take a few minutes to send Eric loving and supportive thoughts. With a global audience, that should mean he'll be getting lots of energy flowing every hour.
Of course, you could do it more than once a day, or on the hour any time of day, as you'll be supporting the energy of others who are doing it at the same time. I would like to think that energy at any time could be cumulative and helpful, however the more consistent, the more ability it may have to make a difference.
For those who are on Twitter, posting the hourly reminder might just help to keep the subject of #eric in conversation and on the radar.
The other part of this is the news today out of Iran regarding the elections, and the subsequent news. It is unfortunately only one of many negative, news making, headlines at this time in the world. Perhaps, given what is going on, at the same time that you are considering Eric, consider sending some loving energy to the world, too.
If there is anything to the idea that "everything is energy" and that focusing energy in masse can make a difference, then it's worth a shot, don't you think? And if, by any chance, you don't believe it, I respect that, and ask what would the harm be in doing it any way?
Just a thought.
PS At last count, this blog entry has been seen by people in 92 countries, per bit.ly (via this link -> http://bit.ly/ay3hE) If you like this idea, let's keep it going, Please! Thanks.
I have come to carve out my own experience of the site. For starters, I took on being myself, regardless of what the "repercussions" would be.
Apparently I am not doing too badly. Somehow I have managed to have 3000+ people follow me at the time of this writing.
In addition, of those that I communicate with regularly, they seem to be of a similar mold as I am - sarcastic, tweet a lot (sending out lots of messages), chatty, have a similar sense of humor (or at least can appreciate mine) etc.
It's difficult to know where to draw lines in the Twitter world. Some come on with blatant money driving guns blasting. Others are more subtle. Some have no economic interest at all in being on Twitter.
There are people I follow who I don't really know, and are all about selling their product or service. It's OK. If I am not interested, I don't do anything about the information. I just pay attention to the things of interest.
If I really didn't like it, or it was a problem, I would just unfollow (which means I would no longer see their information) and be on my merry way. No big deal. No flourish. Just a click of a button. Done.
I never object to the *commercial* tweets in part because everyone has to make a living. It really is THAT SIMPLE in my mind.
However, having said that, I must say that I would say that EVERYTHING in one way or another is commercial.
You recommend a food product, talk about a commercial, drive a certain car, recommend news sites...it is ALL a commercial of some sort. As a matter of fact, many companies love the word of mouth advertising.
Somehow, it seems that the minute it gets "personal," the minute that it is "obvious," the minute that it is clear that someone is promoting something that means you might be spending money with them, people get up in arms! It seems OK for the Wal-Marts and Pepsis of the world to have commercials, but not for an individual. Even if it's not OK, per se, they don't seem to get the same treatment as an individual who is promoting him/herself.
I am writing this today because one of my followers told me that when they shared about one of my recordings, there were several people who unfollowed, and wrote a DM (a private message in the world of Twitter) that was mean spirited because the follower of mine was pitching another person's product - never mind the fact that this follower apparently felt that it was worthy to share, and might be helpful for others.
It is obvious they have a different opinion than I do, and if they were to read this they would likely disagree with my perspective.
The point for me in all of this, is the same point that underlies much of how I look at life. Why can't we respect other's perspectives? There is plenty of room on Twitter for all types of perspectives. If someone doesn't like something they can just move on. If you don't like what a store is selling, do you go inside and rudely tell them that, and then leave? No. you just walk on by.
Even if you went inside, if you saw what was there, and it didn't fit you or your style, would you tell them in some rude way? I don't think it very likely. Instead, you would just leave.
What is it about the Internet (or about life in general) that has people acting with a total lack of respect or regard for others? If the situation was reversed, I seriously doubt that they would appreciate the approach.
There are people behind the words and messages, many just doing the best that they can. We can all fake being someone we're not (most are quite good at it - but that is a whole other conversation). However, I have to give credit to those who are true to themselves, and do the things that feel right to them.
To my follower who got the rude treatment, I thank you, and apologize for what you got as a result. I always say people should be true to themselves, but never to the detriment of another. So while I give credit to the people who spoke their mind, I personally take issue with the way they did it.
There always have been and always will be differences of opinion. Wars have been waged, relationships ended or never begun, money lost or gained, and countless other circumstances and results, all because of what people did as a result of their differences of opinion.
Some of the results have forwarded our lives and others haven't been so positive. In the end, opinions feed the world, and it's good to have different ones so that there can be perspective and growth. However, it isn't so much the opinion that matters as much as how we interact with those of differing opinions.
The world is hurting now, and it is the interactions that we have with each other that will ultimately save or destroy us. And before you think me dramatic, and even perhaps overly so, let me just say that destruction comes in many forms - even if it is "just" an email with a negative message.
I would dare say our interactions say a lot more about us than our opinions do.
Last, but not least, might I be so bold as to suggest that there be some consideration given to the idea that perhaps we'd all benefit from respect of another's perspective when communicating about our difference of opinion?
Sometimes I wonder if we realize what we, as human beings, are doing to ourselves, to others, to our children.
I don't know if you ever heard how aspartame came to be on the market. I won't go into it all here, you can certainly ask me if you want to know, however, the point is that from the sound of it, it never should have ever gotten into our food.
Of course, there are different opinions on the topic, as there will always be on any topic.
However, the upshot is that it appears that people were making decisions that could potentially adversely affect the health of millions.
The question that lingers for me is, what were they thinking? Don't they have family and friends that they care about? Couldn't they be adversely affected as well?
Then there is the dumping of chemicals in our water, our increasing number of landfills, the pillaging we are doing of our resources, and...
He is a 27 year old that is in desperate need of a heart transplant. His sister has been doing everything she can to save him, and yet is finding incredible red tape.
I am certain that this story is far from unique. The only difference here seems to be that somehow, some way, she has managed to get the attention of people who want to help, including the band Nine Inch Nails.
What I can't help but wonder is how the people who make these decisions can make these decisions. I can't imagine that they're easy ones to make. However, if they were in his sister's shoes, and someone they loved and cared about needed the help, wouldn't they want every chance, every opportunity, to make it happen without lots of roadblocks? Wouldn't they want and need understanding and answers?
The point for me is when do people come to realize that PEOPLE are involved in the decisions made by them? When do they realize that behind papers and names and stats are living, breathing, valuable people? When do they realize that life would be so much better for us all when we think past the boxes and limitations of a perspective that goes no farther than ourselves and of money?
I often say I have more questions than answers. And often there is more to the story than what appears. However, at the core of anything is the fact that we're all in this together...and if we could somehow, some way, remember that and act accordingly, imagine what kind of world we would live in.
This was brought to my attention by @theexpert on Twitter.
It shows how anything can be viewed in a way that is beneficial or not so beneficial. It's my perspective that sometimes it's good to stand back and see things in a different way. You either wind up appreciating what you have, or you might consider other options.
