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Be sure to watch to the end :-)

Working with One's Strengths VS Going Against the Tide

A friend sent this video to me today.

It's about a dog and the human who
set out to make it something it wasn't
meant to be.

As you will see, that person came to
realize the beauty in allowing the
dog to be something closer to what
its own personality is.

How many times do we try to force
things? and to what result?

Victoria Gardens

Over the summer I was in Rancho Cucamonga, CA's
Victoria Gardens with my handy dandy Flip Camera.

At the time I made this video. Maybe it'll be a
taste of warmth for those who are in the cold this
time of year.

Enjoy!

Perspective: Jon Stewart & CNN - "We'll Leave it There"

I think Jon Stewart has great perspective on things.

While his show is often humorous, it is the kind of
humor that can get you questioning things, and I am
always up for a good question.

In this case, there are some very interesting things
he brings up, however, the one I am left with,
probably is not quite where he as headed.

He makes some fun of CNN's "we'll leave it there"
closing. Of course, they can't be the only ones to
ever say it, but the joke wouldn't have worked so
well if others were brought into it.

The thing that occurs to me is how often do we leave
things "there" in ways unstated (or even stated), and
more importantly what does that action cost us? What
would be the cost of allowing ourselves the time and
effort to explore whatever it is that we need to
explore.

And, with that...I'll leave it there.

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"How much does your life weigh?"

Interesting question. This movie looks like
it would be thoughtful on several levels.

Another question that comes up for me
watching this trailer is, what are the
"miles" in our lives, and are they worth
pursuing? Are they valuable enough
to cover the "cost"?

I might have to see this movie. :-) If you
you do, please come and comment - let
me know what you thought of it.

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Perspective: Divorce Illegal in California?

Last year there was much conversation
around California and gay marriage.

In the end, the proposition allowing
gay marriage wasn't passed.

I thought the videos below were an
interesting perspective piece, and
make an interesting point.

There are horrendous relationships
between two adults of the opposite
sex that are terrible for anyone
involved. Why would it be so
difficult to believe that there
could be a loving, supportive, and
successful family with two people
of the same sex?

Something that is "normal" isn't
always "good." It's just "normal."
It's what we're used to. Our minds
are rigged that way: "Good"="Known"
"Bed"="Unknown." But something
"good" because it's "known" could still
be bad for us, and something "bad"
because it's "unknown" could be
something great for us.

Is it possible that there could be
some good things that could come
from a change in perspective?

I hesitate in discussing this topic
much further at the moment, as it is
a multi-faceted and multi-layered
issue. It is also not one that I
am entirely versed on.

However, I present this as it is an
excellent example of my favorite word:
Perspective.

Perspective: Untitled (The Movie)

The premise of this movie looks like a
perspective at its offbeat best.

If you see it, let me know what you think.

Perspective: Ballet Dancers Unlike Any You're Likely Ever Seen Before

I would have to wonder if what these two
do in the following video is seen as
extraordinary by them. If I had to guess,
I would say the answer is likely a NO.

The beauty for the rest of us is the
fact that it might seem extraordinary
gives us perspective in which to
experience our own lives and choices.

Poignant. Beautiful. Touching.

What other words might you add?

A Fulfilled Request - 2 Psalms on MP3

Recently a request was made for me to
record the 23rd and 91st Psalms.

I just completed them, and have made
these Psalms available here.

If you find these Psalms comforting,
you are welcome to download them for
your personal use.

Here is a reading of the 23rd Psalm

Perspective: Changing Jobs or Career?

If you are considering a change,
this perspective might be
worth considering, too.

Perspective: Joy Love Peace

A few nights ago there was a full moon.

It was also a cloudy night, but the clouds
weren't so dense that you were still able
to see the moon.

Even though you can't really tell this
video graphic is the moon, you might still
enjoy it when you're stressed, or if you
are having trouble sleeping. It is very
soothing, especially if you give it your
full attention.

Perspective: We're Bombing the Moon

Anyone beside me find it baffling that 79 MILLION DOLLARS
can be spent this way?

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Perspective: Collective Soul and Harmony

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.

Perspective: Health Ranger - Mike Adams

@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?


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Perspective: The Children's Story - James Clavell

These videos have an interesting perspective, to say the
least. And while the idea of it is chilling, and hopefully
unlikely, there are aspects that I would suggest are
important to note.

Below the videos I will give you my thoughts. You might
want to view the videos first to see what you think before
you hear my thoughts so you aren't influenced by my
perspective. But, that is obviously up to you. :-)

I would love to hear your comments once you've had a chance
to view these videos. Awareness is always an important key
to the potential prevention of manipulation.







1. You'll notice how the Teacher starts with the familiar,
and then changes things. You have to start where a person
is to have a better chance of having them go where you want
them to.

2. You'll notice the rewards for doing things a certain way.
Reward someone for something he or she has done, and
they'll lkely want to do it again.

3. You'll notice a sense of being "all knowing" which puts
a level of trust into the situation. This person must know
what she is talking about.

4. You'll notice that things of a certain context are taken
into another context, and by relationship, they make sense
(ie "School" for adults).

5. You'll notice the organic nature of the manipulation.
Teacher uses everything to HER advantage. Nothing is an
obstacle, and she never loses her cool.

Your thoughts?

Perspective: A Story About Love and Never Giving Up

When I was 10ish, I wrote and illustrated a story. That story
stayed with me through 8th grade graduation, high school,
college, a move to Ohio, a move back to New York, several
moves while in New York, and a move to California.

That story has been with me for years. Who knows why
someone holds onto something. Many things have been
tossed through the years, and yet, a few things seem to
remain.

I imagine it helped that it was only a few sheets of paper,
but still...I have thrown others out.

Recently the story has been on my mind, and when I shared
it with a few people it became apparent that it needed to be
shared on a bigger scale. As a result, I found it (had my
fingers crossed that I would) and I scanned the pictures that
I drew, and re-typed the story. The original had fading
typing, and I thought it might be best to have a version that
was easily read.

To order a copy (or to see me as a 10-year-old!) please
visit CrushProofCar.com

Here is a quick video I did to give you a little sense of
what I have done:

Perpective: Knowing What's Important

Have you heard about the Phillie Fan who caught
a foul ball, only to have his young daughter
toss it back?

Have you ever "caught" something only to have
someone else who you loved and cared about
who might not have known any better toss it
away? How did YOU react?

There is beauty in sharing, and sometimes it
may not look the way we might want it to.

Check out this beautiful and touching story:


and the afterglow...nice touch Phillies!

Perspective: Pamela Glasner on World of Perspective Radio

Pamela (@PamelaGlasner) will be my guest on World of
Perspective Radio on September 29. Please see the
Radio Show page for information on how to listen, and
for information on our discussion: Do You Know Whose
Feelings You Are Feeling?

I hope you'll be able to join us!

What is Peace (P.E.A.C.E.)?

You may have seen this before...it has had a
few incarnations...here's the latest:

Perspective: A Letter of Love

This video is a reading of one of my Letters of Love.