Likes & Launch: Archive

““To recognize that each of us is the being for whom the whole world was created and simultaneously, to see that we are nothing but dust of the earth.” - Zohar Atkins”—Africa’s Moment — Social Edge

Dec 10, 2009

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We’re killing ourselves. Chemicals in plastics could be a contributor to cancer.

“I asked these doctors what they do in their own homes to reduce risks. They said that they avoid microwaving food in plastic or putting plastics in the dishwasher, because heat may cause chemicals to leach out.”

“‘Plastics to avoid’ are those numbered 3, 6 and 7 (unless they are also marked “BPA-free”).” I need to stop using/microwaving/dishwashing old take-out containers.

”—Op-Ed Columnist - Cancer From the Kitchen? - NYTimes.com

Dec 7, 2009

Dec 3, 2009

Dec 2, 2009

“Understand that the right to choose your own path is a sacred privilege. Use it. Dwell in possibility.”—Lessons Learned from Oprah Winfrey - Sources of Insight

Dec 1, 2009

“That said, I do believe it’s necessary for us not only to get out of the way (which is good!), but even to use our voices to amplify those, like Mama Lucy’s, that may otherwise go unheard. Do you agree? Especially with the advent of social media, we can use our voices in unprecedented ways to shine light on the extraordinary work that changemakers like her are doing across the globe.”—

Amplifying Grassroots Voices — Social Edge comment from Stacey Monk

Idea has been floating in my head on how to help do this… bring light to changemakers…

Dec 1, 2009

“Last week we had economics debates about patents for AIDs drugs and loan forgiveness and had spent a great deal of time discussing the multitude of distribution issues, government problems, etc. in Africa. Our class is taught by Pedro Videla, a very knowledgeable economist with a great understanding of the world. He always knows what to say to make sure we’re all learning the right lessons. In what I remember of his words, he said, “Do not think for a second that these guys, because they are dealing with AIDs and war and other things, cannot think or help themselves. These guys are smart and they will solve these issues.” The message was: don’t think because you were lucky enough to be born in a country that is perhaps more developed that you know exactly what’s right for others. We can and should help where and when it makes sense, but we must first know our limits and the limits of our understanding and second, be humble enough to know that there are smart people who are doing the right things and they will succeed. What we can do to help is empower them, not look for our own glory or try to do what we think is right. They know what’s right.”—Amplifying Grassroots Voices — Social Edge comment posted by Ashley Metz Cummings

Dec 1, 2009