Sometimes we cling to words like a drowning man to a straw… Some people find comfort in their familiarity, some use them to comfort others and help. However, some use words to feel superior while others wield words like a knife to cut down anything different.
This point was driven home to me the other day… [...]
Entries Tagged as 'speak up'
What’s In A Word
June 18th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Celebrate Our Differences and Diversity
People Of Conscience Speak UP
March 2nd, 2009 · No Comments · Celebrate Our Differences and Diversity
Growth is rarely easy and personal growth is often painful to achieve. It takes courage in order to break down the walls of prejudices or speak up when you catch yourself, a friend or co-worker saying something like “that’s so gay”. You know it is wrong but it makes you uncomfortable and feels awkward saying [...]
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