The human race is facing some tough decisions and we may have to take action fast if we want to protect our future. What do you think of when you think of your basic needs? If you are like most people, you probably think of food, clothing, and shelter. However, we cannot allow our desire for progress to blind us to the fact that global warming is happening, and we need to take action to stop it before we destroy ourselves. We need to take action now!
Global Warming Is Not New
Detractors love to remind us that global warming is not new ? it has been happening for thousands of years ? it happened before, when humans were not even around, and it will happen again. That does not change the fact that we are responsible for accelerating it this time, and we can undo the damage if we work hard enough. Recently, Time magazine deemed the rapid overall temperature increase to be an emergency condition. Action needs to be taken. Now!
There is much that we as individuals can do to stop global warming. For one thing, we can stop global warming by conserving energy . How can you conserve energy? Just join the office car pool, walk or cycle instead of using your car for short journeys. Use public transport. Fit low energy light bulbs in every room. Turn off appliances when they are not in use, and turn the thermostat down one degree ? you probably won't even notice it, but over time, that one degree difference will amount to a lot of energy saved. Just imagine this. What if every single person made changes like those? The result would be that the savings would be huge.
Another simple way to do your bit is to recycle ? instead of letting rubbish end up in landfill sites, or, worse, be incinerated, if you recycle it you reduce waste, and save on the energy that would have been needed to produce whatever the product was from raw materials.
Also, using eco-friendly fuels and vehicles will help prevent global warming ? at the moment some eco-friendly options are more expensive than standard fuel, but in the long run you will be saving immensely.
Think about it. If we actually used more solar, wind and hydro power the result would be that we would greatly reduce our emissions. Some people dislike the idea of wind turbines, as they look unsightly ? but surely it is worth that cost, compared to what could happen if we continue on the path we are on?
There is no time like the present and the best time for action is now! We can still reduce the damage, and maybe even repair some of it. There may still be hope. For the benefit of future generations we all need to individually and collectively today.
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It is important that we set healthy boundaries in our lives. When healthy boundaries are missing, we set ourselves up to feel stepped on, used, misunderstood and abused. It is critical to understand where you may have weak boundaries and work to strengthen them. Do you have healthy boundaries in place to help you along in life? Do you need to strengthen your boundaries within the work environment with co-workers, bosses, or clients? How are your boundaries at home? Do you need to strengthen boundaries with your partner, your children, your parents, family or friends? When we have weak boundaries it can leave us feeling victimized. With healthy boundaries we feel much more empowered in our lives. Become consciously aware of the boundaries that need to be strengthened and take steps to make the necessary changes. Sometimes we can take a stand for ourselves while at other times we need smaller steps to make changes to strengthen our boundaries due to the ecology of the particular situation. Be aware of the best way for you to improve your boundaries. As we celebrate Earth Day this week, we also need to be conscious of how we protect the boundaries of Mother Earth. Are you doing your share to protect her and the precious resources that she provides? How would you answer these questions? Do you recycle? Do you buy products made from post-consumer products? Do you buy organic products? Do you use public transportation? Do you drive a vehicle that gets good gas mileage? Is most of your driving done as a single occupant in your vehicle? Be sure to do whatever you can to protect Earth and participate in the healing of the planet.
Never be afraid to ask a question, especially of yourself. Discovery is the mission of life. ?Brian Kates
Annette Pieper has sinced written about articles on various topics from Culture and Society. ?2007 Annette Pieper is a Harmonic Life Specialist, highly sought motivational speaker, personal coach and mentor and CEO of Harmonic Life Institute, a company offering private and group consultations, webinars, workshops, seminars and educational materia. Annette Pieper's top article generates over 720 views. to your Favourites.