A New Paradigm

I have mentioned previously that in order for the world to be changed there needs to be a realignment of values, in other words, a paradigm shift. Our entire way of thinking needs to be changed. In order for this to happen, unfortunately, it will require that this new way of thinking be created for the average person. The average person is more passive in their way of living, they are dictated by the system in which the live within, instead of actively questioning and engaging the system. We, the people who want to see a change in the system, the ones who actively think about the world we live in, must create a new one. A paradigm defined with hope, inspiration, global values, etc.

Craig Kielburger had a great quote today in the Toronto Star about just this shift in thinking. He said, "The idea behind (it) is that if we're going to truly end poverty it's more than just writing a cheque. It's shifting how young people look at the world, how they shop, how they vote, how they give of their time". His brother and him describe it as a movement but I think it is more than just that. A movement can fade over time, whereas a shift in the way we live our lives is timeless.

Try to think about how you can contribute to the paradigm shift, where would you be able to influence those around you to change the way they think about their interaction with the world. Actively make the world a better place and don't just wait for someone else to create your new world for you.

Positive Thoughts

Has anyone heard of the idea that "if you can't say something positive then don't say anything at all"? The world needs people to contribute to making it better, not knock it down. Why do people feel the need to speak up only when something is bad? The world is full of negative thinkers, they react to things that are bad, but do nothing to make things good. We need people to be both proactive and positive. We need people to spend their time looking for and creating positives, not making more negatives. It is an important paradigm shift that is essential to things becoming better. If you spend your time preoccupied by what is wrong in the world than you will have no time left to make it better. Stop knocking other people down for what they say and do and instead start saying and doing things for yourself. If we could all learn to appreciate each other than maybe we wouldn't feel so beaten down all the time. Stop spreading negative thoughts and start giving positive thoughts.