Life Choices & How They Affect Us All (video)
"Uncertainty is the only certainty there is, and knowing how to live with insecurity is the only security." - John Allen Paulos
The twists and turns of life can be beautiful at times, and heartbreaking at others. Learning how to deal with situations that are oftentimes out of our control, surely determines the consequences of our future. Strive to rejoice and appreciate the good times; while staying mindful and positive during life's challenges.
I have found that shifting my focus onto others when I am faced with difficult days always makes me feel better somehow. There is something about the effects of caring for someone else that aids in your own woes; and though it's not always possible to do, it's definitely worth giving it a try.
This beautiful video was made for United Way Romania. Not only is the artwork and animation fantastic, the message is powerful and reminded me to seek out those who need a smile and some encouragement during difficult times. It's all about helping each other, isn't it? Because the consequences of choices made eventually affects us all.
Thursday, June 4, 2009 at 2:17PM
Reader Comments (4)
What a great post! The video is great, but what YOU had to say was even better!
Thanks Jinxi!!!
even though I'm over 1000 miles away, you and Steve are like family to me. A second, more open minded family at that. :-)
Wow...
What a wonderful video. Even without a message, that would have been amazing still.
....And I simply LOVE the music!!!!!
Once again, you have proven you're absolute awesomeness with an incredible, thought-provokiing post!
-Shay
Wow. Great post. That video reminded me of a song by Casting Crowns, "Slow Fade." The chorus goes: "People never crumble in a day...It's a slow fade, black and white, they fade to gray. People never crumble in a day...it's a slow fade." Also, it makes you think about your attitude towards someone who might be having a bad day. Better to talk and see what's bothering them then to yell and scream and be rude to them.
I had a little boy two years ago in my classroom (kindergarten, keep that in mind) and he was a good little boy, a little hyperactive, but a really good little boy. One day he started acting out negatively and this went on for awhile, until one day he came up to me, plopped down in the chair next to me and said, "Teacher, my parents are splitting up." Then he put his head down and cried. After that, he shut down entirely. He literally was sinking into depression at the tender age of 6 years old. I called his mom in and we talked, and she left crying. But she got him help. Who knows where he would be today if I hadn't reached out to him and told mom what was going on.
What YOU wrote is priceless, and very reflective of my personal thoughts. Cute video, too :-)