As I chose the topic for the day I pondered the days events a phone from a rabbi about a new congregation where spirituality would be the focus and the power of each individual would be explored. Then I found this video by Chelsea Flowers and the idea for today’s blog was born. Like a pebble that hits a pond we make ripple that can positively effect the ecosystem and when another pebble is added the positive vibration grows and like that pebble we add value to our universe.
It is when those seeds are planted and then harvested that a community is feed and nourished. Jesus showed the world the power of one and he left his legacy within each of us as divine children of GOD. As divine children of GOD we have a power, a divinity inside of us that can fuel us and so others the power we have to positively effect our lives and the lives of others. It is in recognizing our divinity and the divinity in others that we enhance our personal and professional lives while also enhancing the lives of others. The power you have is greater than you can imagine.
As the day unfolds things of things you can do to make a positive difference in the world and show people the power of one. You can share a smile, a kind word, hold the door open for someone, make a donation to charity, find something you no longer use that can benefit someone and give it away, or print up your business card with a positive affirmation on the back. Sometimes we can make a difference by doing something simple. I always recommend that people visit websites like www.feelthehugs.com and get a gift for no reason and send a note that says just because.
Spiritual Awakening: JDOGG’S Inspiring Power of 1 People
Marc Buoniconti was left paralyzed after a football injury. He didn’t allow this setback to deter him and with the help of his father Nick he started The Miami Project To Cure Paralysis.
Eric Le Grand is a former Rutgers Football Player who was left paralyzed after a play on special teams went awry. Eric’s courage and his mantra BELIEVE has created a new awareness in the development of research to find a cure for paralysis. Eric was an ESPN Arthur Ashe Courage Award Winner.
O.J. Brigance is a former football player who is now an executive with The Baltimore Ravens. He now battles ALS(Lou Gehrig’s Disease) and despite it taking him 3 hours to get ready for work he does this with a smile and he inspires everyone he comes in contact with.
Corazon Aquino was a leader of the People Power Movement that dethroned Ferdinand Marcos in The Philippines. She went on to serve as President of The Phillipines. Corazon was called home to GOD on August 1,2009.
Jackie Robinson became the first black to integrate Major League Baseball. His story has been documented in many movies including this years movie 42.
Gordy Klatt is The Founder of The American Cancer Society Relay For Life. Hos first Relay was held in Tacoma, WA in 1985 and today there are over 5000 Relays nationwide.
Mattie Stepanek was an MDA Ambassador who did not let his neuromuscular disease stop him from positively impacting the world. Mattie has since passed but leaves a legacy for hope through his writings.
Gabe and MaryMargaret O’Neill
Some believe it’s only adults who can yield true influence in the world, but a whole generation of young leaders is proving that to be untrue. Kids and teens are overseeing countless volunteer and service projects around the world. This is quickly made obvious to anyone who visits the website of Kids Are Heroes, an organization that supports these youth-led efforts to improve communities. What may be less obvious are the individual benefits the involved children gain from their good deeds. Gabe O’Neill believes that the organization he and his daughter founded plays a crucial role in the development of a whole new generation of leaders.
Terry Fox while battling cancer ran a marathon of hope to raise funds and awareness for those affected by cancer. His journey ended short of the finish line as GOD called him home, leaving a legacy of inspiration for others to follow.
Jim Maclaren & Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah came together through an amazing set of circumstances. Jim passed in 2010 but his legacy lives on. The following video tells their story.
This week show that you have a power of one & allow your light to shine bright like the people profiled here. Until next time Stay Positive.
JDOGG is known as The Positive Broadcaster. He is about being of service and value to others by sharing a positive message and helping people to grow personally, professionally, and spiritually. He is very involved with The American Cancer Society Relay For Life. His dedication to help other people excel is amazing and he has many awards for his service to the community.
Jim Maclaren & Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah came together through an amazing set of circumstances. Jim passed in 2010 but his legacy lives on. The following video tells their story.