AS WE SHAPE THE WORLD’S FUTURE…
76"From the moment I could talk, I was ordered to listen. Now there’s a way…”
We are born to make a difference in the world. It must be true. We feel it, we know it. As teenagers we look at our parents and wonder, "Why can't they see? Why don't they fight to make a difference?
As authors, our desire to be heard remains strong. Alive and well within us, we strive to change the world!
We write, we struggle to find words that may be heard because the shape the world is taking all around is obvious – and we don’t like it.
We speak out! We point out what is wrong with the way changes are heading:
Please do listen before continuing :)
Where do the children play?
Honoring Nobel Prize winner Muhammad Yunus
We hold hope dear to our hearts.
We acknowledge those who are making dramatically positive strides.
Can we make a difference?
Can one person make a difference?
- http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=fr&u=http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muhammad_Yu
Bangladeshi Muhammad Yunus and the bank he founded, the Grameen Bank, were jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize on 13 October 2006
Our "heroes" get millions to refine how to make killing look "easy"
Yet contradictions are ever prevalent.
There are movie stars who make their millions by exalting murder, death, and teaching our youth to consider human life fleeting and worthless. Their own children cannot even legally watch what they do!!!
We hold them up as if they are the best – our HEROES! We pay them $14 MILLION just to get the first picture of their kids. Wonder how many starving children that could have fed? (actual article of $14 M paid, no longer linked. Now what is being published states: "she was paid $100,000 which she gave to charity". The math is easily done for how much she pocketed - our heroine?) ARE WE KIDDING OURSELVES?
Quote from link/pic:
"The wait is finally over--meet Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's twins Knox Léon and Vivienne Marcheline. As we had previously reported, People magazine scored the exclusive pics of the new twins, while Hello! magazine got the international rights. The pics weren't really worth the hype. They're only 3 weeks old so they pretty much look like any other infant. Do you think the pics were worth $14 million? "
Can we not help but sell out our values and integrity in the face of so many contradictions?
What kind of “heroes” are we choosing to motivate and "inspire" us?
Anthony Hopkins was one of my favorite actors because he has refined his "craft" to be so believable, any doubt is squeezed out of our brains. Then, I heard an interview where he was asked, "Why make a movie like “Silence of the Lambs”?
He looked at the interviewer dumbfounded with a simple response, “For 8 million dollars! That's why”, as if to say, what is your problem? Everyone would sell out their integrity for 8 million dollars.
Do influential people like Hopkins and Jolie not realize they are shaping the minds and thoughts of our future generation? Or do they just not give a damn? They've sold out my friends - let's not be that weak.
Why do we support movies of death, violence and those that can literally make us sick to our stomachs? We voluntarily go to the theatre and pay exorbitant fees to fill our brains with what we claim to want to end.
One of my own heroes, the late T.D. Willhite, stated the obvious brilliantly, "Why pay someone else to make me feel bad? I can feel bad all by myself."
What are we instilling in our children? Is our thinking upside down?
Teenagers or our youth today still explode with rebellion. Has no one helped them see we must eliminate contradictions to accomplish anything?
Whatever we focus on grows.
“Well, just trying to get through today’s static [with hate filled, jarring to the soul songs]” emailed a young friend of mine.
What have we shaped them into if they are screaming at the top of their lungs for peace and tranquility?
Let’s fight for love, war for peace, get angry to declare tranquility and oneness… ?????
Our subconscious minds work in pictures. To affirm a pictorial negative while preaching peace is completely futile!
If we focus on the negative, we become part of the problem, not part of the solution.
Paul Scheele, a master hypnotist said he realized that hypnotizing people wasn’t a question of putting “right” thoughts in; it was simply a matter of taking “wrong” thoughts away.
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Injustices seem to be growing exponentially.
Are we strong enough to understand,
exercise, and display that which we want in the midst of the drama and negativity?
Perhaps then, peace is an inside job. To help peace grow on our planet, we could make different choices:
"There is one thing that we all have in common. That is...at some point in our life, we will face adversity. It's not a matter of if but...when.
In my 64 years on this earth, I have come to realize that the difference in our success or failure is not change, but choice. Because when adversity strikes, it's not what happens that will determine our destiny; it's how we react to what happens." (- Mac Anderson founder of Simple Truths)
Might you consider "choosing" to shape our world's future with positive affirmations?
We could write about and BE the change we want in the world...
Children love playing in trees!
The joy and peace we will create for our world's future, is equal to the attitude we put into it
Persistence and laughter :)
- Kids Laughing on the play structure - YouTube
the beautiful noise! And an incredible display of persistence to reach the top... I suggest being as free and easy in YOUR pursuit to reach the top... and laughing until you will get there. HAVE FUN! Life does not have to be a HORROR show!!!
One way to "be" - thanks ripplemaker :)
More than with one picture, your words will shape the world's future
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Thank you for your lengthy contribution JJ. Interesting perspective linking our daily requirement of violence and today's work ethic. Everything is connected and I see people slinging hurtful comments publicly - as if it is insufficient to just hurt another, but vindication and revenge must now include an attempt to destroy the other's reputation as well.
Most don't realize the simple logic Wayne Dyer espouses: "When you judge another, you do not define them, you define yourself". Gossip is believed, drama created and the work place or social sites and communities become not places of unity and warmth, but grander "cage fights".
As Marianne points out, we are all children and in that state of fear and insecurity, our playing field is wherever we are at any given moment. Pettiness does not serve the world in any way. Appreciate your comment JJ.
This has to be one of the best hubs I've read/watched in a long time. Thank you for putting it all together. I'll be sending the link to my daughters and a few friends.
You're so right with all you say - each of us has daily choices to make, and they determine not only our own course in life, but affect the lives of all we come in contact with.
We'd all be better people if we switched off the TV, put aside the newspapers with their focus on 'News' that is mainly negative and violence-driven, and ignored the magazines like People. Instead of living vicariously, we should endeavor to live our own lives as fully as possible, with the knowledge that our only limitations are those we impose upon ourselves.
Exceptionally positive way to "be" dear Nolimits Nana! Thoroughly appreciate your comment and tickled pink to hear you have young folks in mind to share it with.
My own daughter said the other day that she indulges in watching "Gossip Girl" as her candy/treat. Said she knows it's mindless but that gives her a break from her studies. She's stopped listening to me on some levels - such as "garbage in, garbage out" > NOTHING is mindless!
On the positive side - as the little girl pictured here, she has grown into a phenominal woman who "plays" in material science engineering - they will shape our future to be sure.
you do your hubs very well, Sem. I love reading these.
Thank you Sanju - I love when you come by to read and comment :)
I don't know if you're familiar with Mike Dooley and his daily 'Notes from the Universe'. Here's today's - how fitting to get it after reading your hub. His is the first email I open in the morning, and it inevitably sets my day on the right track:
"It's truly a sight to see, Nicki, when the inhabitants of any planetary civilization cross the tipping point and begin to individually accept complete and eternal responsibility for their own happiness.
Yet, this hardly compares to the mountain quaking, body shaking, polarity-flipping, hero-making occurrences that transpire when such inhabitants graduate to accepting complete and eternal responsibility for their every twinge of unhappiness."
Brings tears to my eyes,
The Universe
"There is little need for money when we're dead." That's what my father told me. If ever I see a nice car on T.V. (when I was a kid) and ask him for his opinion, he'd ask me back, "Can you take it with you when you're dead?" In response, I would shrug my shoulders and said, "No." Growing up as a Buddhist, we really second guessed just about anything any one of us bought. That's just how it was.
I tell myself that I don't want to become rich, but I do want to be out of debt like most people and have the financial freedom to help out my family and those in need. But I might have to become rich to do those things!
I truly enjoyed this hub. I especially enjoyed the "Stand By Me" song. It was truly uplifting and inspiring. Thanks! I look forward to reading more!
Thank you for adding this tremendous passage Nolimits Nana :) Hadn't heard of Mike Dooley - I like it!
Aloha dohn121 - the Buddhist perspective is ALWAYS appreciated! I find that being grateful for things as if they've already happened is to "crank up the faith" enough for them to become real.
Isn't "Stand By Me" wonderful! Glad you enjoyed it as much as I did :) I look forward to seeing you again and reading more of yours too! Much Aloha :)
SEM Pro, our thoughts have an affinity... Your message contains the proverbial vitamin supplements the leaderships of the world needs to take once a day for good decision-making.
I tip my hat to you, well done as usual...
Aloha loua! It is wonderful to see you again and thank you for such a heart warming comment. In this world of contradictions and duality, I doubt they will but together, we cannot give up hope and may change at least one or two :) Who knows what one or two different decisions could make! Cheers to you dear Sir - I'm on my way to yours today too and thoroughly looking forward to it!
Hi Sem Pro, what a tremendously thought provoking and heartwarming hub. Tonight I am struck profoundly by these words, "If we focus on the negative, we become part of the problem, not part of the solution." Yes, let us be the change we want in the world. Beautiful!!!! Hugs with much love and light...:)
Thank you so much for your second addition to this hub ripplemaker! I am so glad you like it :) Return hugs with much love to you. Know in your heart too, that I love the ripples you create and will indeed "stand by you" whenever you need or want positive support :)
Why thank you for that SEM Pro..I will never say no to that offer given with such generosity. :)
Excellent Hub, I'm your newest fan. Informative, the music lends to the meaning of text - love this.
Thanks so much Denizee :) Very glad you liked it, always appreciative of fans and I'll be sure to head your way the minute I can. Being the change we want in the world naturally includes mutually beneficial support. I look forward to getting to know you!
The brutality and negativity inherent in your species' society is changing, one freed mind at a time.
Namaste, Syl. :)
This was an amazing, poignant, uplifting, sad, brutal and timely hub. Everything you say is so true and relevant to what is happening in Hollywood, the streets, the homes and our governments. Children are being left a legacy of despair and ruthlessness. We are in an "everything goes" society. Do as you please with our consequences. No right or wrong, as NIKE says JUST DO IT..well it is teaching our children to go out an do whatever you please and they are doing just that. The blood and gore Hollywood is spewing out is a crying shame. And all for what? the fat cow, $$$$$$ to fill their bank accounts and make them even richer. Thank you for presenting this serious problem in our world, I prey that our children will be released from this grip of decaying moral values. Peace
Yes young friend of mine :) When society needs to change - we are called. We must: choose to be heard. What part of those that hear do we want to wake up? As I see you focus on love, open up and tell your story from the heart, the screams diminish... the transformation reveals the light... our souls learn to become the changes we wish to see in the world - thank you dear friend Namaste, Lexi :)
You make me glow Syl.
Now, let's see if this demon can't stay more angelic? ;)
Ah saddlerider1 - your words speak of the results - from my heart through your lips dear man. T.D.Willhite had 2 other expressions you may enjoy: 1) "There is only one way to guage and that is by results - often harsh, but always fair." 2) [When faced with a decision] don't look at if it feels right NOW - do it. Look at - if it will feel right tomorrow."
I'm honored by your visit, and comment. A very hearty welcome to hp from a fellow born and raised in Montreal :)
Do tell though, did this viewpoint form before, or after you slaughtered the chemistry teacher? lol Love your writing! You gained a fan :)
You've been glowing for awhile my friend. Feels good doesn't it?!? I like the glowing you - so much to offer, so much to share... Angelic? Hmmm - how many people do you want to hang out with that listen to angels? I'm sure your calling is to reach all those who hang by their multiple computers and mass media capabilities, far beyond the layman... all those who can find their way through the rabbit hole and back, wondering where the challenge is. Those are the ones you may be called to rally - not to complain, but to take action synergistically. "Ch...ch...ch...changes - turn to face the strange ch...ch.. changes" Bowie led - no wings needed... Dylan, Browne... the list is long. They made a difference, and it was a positive one :)
I agree..thanks Syl. :)
There are reasons for everything Lexi. Please remember to celebrate your uniqueness - always. You are loved :)
I celebrate all that which creates me. :) But I revel in most the actions I complete. It drives me wild, to be in mid-process and have to shift. So, I learned to do several things at once. Makes things easier. ;)
JJLBvS 2 years ago
What a great way to show how badly we need to change the way we look at things!! It is truly sad to think that we are so excited by killing and violence that we actually need a daily "fix" of it in order to make our day complete. It is a reflection of how out of control we have let things get, that we only report the bad news, because if we reported the good news people would not tune in.
Further, I think there is a direct relationship between the need for violence and the work ethic in society today. What happened to taking pride in our work? Why do we pay the insane amounts to our "heroes" in sports as well as in theatre and film?
When was the last time you watched TV and didn't see a "Reality Show"? Are we really so desperate for kicks that we need to watch two grown men kicking and punching each other until they drop? We used to say that the Roman practice of the gladiator arena was barbaric, but what about cage fighting? Our children watch these shows and grow up thinking its alright to be this way, doesn't this frighten anyone else but me? As a race we have been focusing for too long upon the violent part of our nature, neglecting to create a harmonious balance in our lives by adding equal measures of laughter and fun. To coin an old phrase, we need to "Slow down and smell the flowers"
Great piece on another difficult subject SEM Pro, I hope it makes people stop and think and maybe enjoy the beauty that surrounds them each and every day, but is taken for granted.
Thanks for the insight and the opportunity to enjoy another well written insightful hub!!