I normally don't like to watch the news for obvious reasons. First, I believe that we don't always get the complete story. Second, I believe that we're fed, most of the time, negative news. Although there are incredible stories of good will towards others, love enduring unimaginable trials and heroism that would make super heroes fall short, the focus is almost always on what brings the most fear. It's almost as if a large portion of society has this fascination with wanting to know how terrible the world is, and the media provides exactly that. Frankly, it's just plain depressing to listen to the news every day, not to mention, unhealthy! Literally, bad for your health and well being! I don't know about you, but I definitely want to hear more about the positive things that are happening in our world, all around us. I choose to concentrate on what's RIGHT with our world.
The fact is, there's plenty of positive news to go around, if you choose to look for it. If you do, they're not so hard to find. For instance, my WONDERFUL sister, along my AWESOME nephews are participating in the 26th Annual AIDS Walk in Los Angeles on Oct 17th, just ten days away! She's choosing to make a positive difference by donating her time and even making it a family event by including her teenage sons.
She started donating her time to this cause, last year in memory of a close friend. A doctor, who mentored her when she worked at a free clinic in Hollywood and she was a young adult. Soon, the doctor was not only a mentor, but became a good friend. Earlier this year, she reconnected with some close high school friends and found out that one of them was also struggling with the same deadly disease. Now, she could have just felt sorry for her long lost friend and then went about her business, but she didn't. She has decided to become an ambassador for change, by giving her time and supporting this great cause. She is so passionate about it, after having seen the effects it has had on her two friends, that she has now engaged her sons in joining her. What an amazing way to lead by example. Truly inspirational! Now, doesn't that just put a smile on your face?
If you're interested in learning how you can help my sister and her family support this great cause, feel free to follow the link below. You can become an ambassador for change by being a sponsor, donating or joining them on the walk on Oct 17th in L.A. Any amount donated would be much appreciated. But why stop there? Be an ambassador for change for a cause you're passionate about and pass on that inspiration. Together, we really can make this world a better place.
