I complain about technology sometimes. Like how we use the Internet and email too much and how that technology has created this instant gratification lifestyle. I complain about how my daughter is socializing online when she is out shopping. And I complain about the drama ridden reality shows. Not saying I am not guilty of any of these things--except the socializing online when I am out of the house, and I only watch the occasional drama ridden show.
But I have found a good use for the Internet and some useful things about talk shows--not so much reality shows--although I do think that Undercover Boss is a show that does some good.
There are so many sites out there that encourage people to "do" something-- to create something everyday, to make a list of goals and accomplish it, to become healthier, etc.
And that type of encouragement is actually happening on TV too. I watched a story about an amazing principal on the Ellen show today. And the message from Ellen was to encourage other principals to do what this one does. Wouldn't that be amazing???!!!!! If every single student had encouragement like that, our world would be better than anyone could ever imagine. Watch the segment--it made me teary.
I actually got sucked into a Dr. Phil episode--sort of--okay, I didn't change the channel. He is not one I usually watch cos I'm not a big fan. But this episode was about starting a weight loss challenge with an audience. The people included in this challenge were told that people would be looking to them for encouragement. Now that is a beneficial 15 minutes of fame.
Anyway, I am going to create a page on this blog that has links to sites that encourage people. I'll start with a few that I have discovered recently. If you ever need encouragement for something, maybe you can stop by and find some.
If you know of one, send me a link and I'll check it out.
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