The greatest danger we humans pose to the world around us is not greed,
it is thoughlessness and indifference.

Awareness grows quickly when we abandon guilt and become willing to be better citizens of the Earth Mother's community of creatures.

It isn't going to a rally to "Save the Rainforest". It is disposing of dangerous chemical, cleaners and paints properly. It is using water, electricity and other resouces wisely. It is limiting how often you burn a fireplace, or use an outdoor barbeque that release polluting smoke into the environment. It is re-cycling whenever possible. It is walking on the Earth with care and respect.

Walking with care means noticing when someone needs your assistance.

If you see an elderly person, or a child, or anyone who looks confused or scared, ask if you can help them. Make an effort to connect with those around you, make a comment about the weather when you are standing in a line, reach out and connect with other humans.

Dare to be a person, and acknowledge that you share your environment with those around you. It seems like a small thing, but this simple act changes how the world is, for you and for those you greet with humanity and kindness.

A simple act of kindness alters the fabric of reality

You have enormous power to influence an amazing number of people everyday, use it wisely. Many people are living in isolation, amidst the crowd. It would shock you to realize how many people go for days, or even weeks without anyone speaking to them.

A simply smile and a friendly comment like "wow, this weather is really something, we needed the rain", can brighten someone's day more than you will ever know. We all need to know we are not invisible.

Lonelyness and dis-connection is America's most dangerous epidemic today. You are the cure, as are we all, if we care enough to be human.

Copyright 1999 Abby Willowroot ~ All Rights