Tiffany over at the awesome Personal PR blog wrote down 8 random facts about herself - I like that. The more I have been exposed to the social media world awesomness of the connected Web, the more I realize how much I enjoy getting to know people. I have to admit, from my mid-teens to college, I just knew that my life would consist of charts, graphs and working at NASA. But here I am now, communicating with people online and feeling so passionate about creating community and ensuring the health of people. And you know what? This is me.
Let’s begin:
- From second grade to the middle of fourth, I attended a Jewish elementary school where I learned how to read and write in Hebrew (good ole Aleph Bet books). No I can’t remember alot of it but yes I did have a great time.
- As a kid, I toured the galaxy from a large cardboard box as Captain Nimbus (yes the cloud type). This is where I got my interest in space and later, aerospace engineering.
- As a young teen, I learned the basics of fencing, boxing, riflery and horseback riding in the mountains of Medicine Hat, Alberta (Canada). Was a summer camp that I will never forget.
- I want to visit Japan really bad.
- I was a bully in elementary school (!). I’m one of the good guys now - group hug?
- I went to college for Aerospace Engineering, got a Public Health degree instead.
- I secretly want to join SWAT - love law enforcement stuff.
- Finally, I love to dress up. Suit, tuxedo, all that…
Well there you have it folks - hope you enjoyed!
As mentioned by Tiffany, this post is part of the ongoing Crazy 8 for ‘08 meme. Next up, I’d like to tag Leslie, Jesse, Kaitlyn, Qui, and Pam. Who knows WHAT we’ll find out??
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Ever feel like this guy when trying to inform a friend or loved one about some pertinent information to better their lives?
Technology has definitely opened doors to new ways of spreading worthwhile information. I actually email my friends all the time about new innovations in health or ways to live a more robust life. But with all the information that flashes before your eyes in the way of blogs, emails, RSS feeds and websites…don’t forget that good information also comes from those who are right next to you!
And now back to creating a PowerPoint presentation for my family on making new year resolutions for better health last beyond Valentine’s Day…
Photo by Robin J. Psychic
I want to bring your attention to a contest going on, being sponsored by Prevention magazine. The magazine is on the look out for a woman 40 years of age or older who can shed some light on a way in which they achieve better health and can inspire others to do the same. You can find out more about the contest here and also through ABC News. This is the second year of the contest and on the website there are examples of user submitted videos from the last contest, sort of gives you an idea of what they are looking for in the requested content. The deadline is January 31st, so you have some time to enter. The winning video is displayed at the top of the other finalists - it is about a woman who survived a nasty car accident and turned her lemons into lemonade (for herself and for others!) by becoming a life coach. Do yourself a favor and watch the 1 minute clip of B.J. Reed.
This contest points out a very real phenomenon seen in this new version of the Web: a powerful sense of community.
One of the things that I am excited about regarding this contest is that it allows individuals to produce their own content. Despite the video being short in duration, each person has the ability to share their own story. Granted there is the wonderful incentive of winning $10,000 (!!), the beauty of this contest is in the call to action. The tagline to the contest announcement is “Get involved in the Second Annual Picture of Health Contest, and become an inspiration!” Now if you take a step back and look at the page - what message was presented first?
A) Become an inspiration or,
B) Win $10,000!
Answer: A! (please tell me you picked A…)
So what does that tell you about this campaign and about why I believe most people are entering their submissions? Inspire others. Let others know what you have gone through so that they can move forward in their own lives.
You are not alone.
We are living in an age where communication travels at nearly the speed of thought! You think it and then share it for the world.
I believe the power of online communities and community building events like this can have a profound impact on the health world. Not only physically but mentally as well. And to me, it’s all a part of a healthy life.
You are not alone. Find others to support and who can support you.
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Well, a new year has dawned for people across the globe!
As for me, 2008 was mainly brought in with feeble attempts at singing pop culture melodies, playing Battle of the Sexes and watching the ball drop in Times Square - all with the wonderful aid of a stuffy nose and sore throat. Doesn’t the flu shot count for anything?? All kidding aside, I am definitely excited for another opportunity to make my dreams come true (cue Disney movie music) and achieve some goals!
It seems to be fashionable to dismiss the start of the new year as just another time to lie to yourself about getting into shape and saving the world, but I see January as a way for me to celebrate the things I began in 2007, e.g. diving into the social media world, focusing my career goals and starting this blog! 2008 will be an opportunity for me to continue refining these undertakings and try new things.
What are things YOU are proud of from 2007 that you plan on continuing into the new year?
To jump start the year with some fresh motivation, I found this quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow that I wanted to share:
Look not mournfully into the past. It comes not back again. Wisely improve the present. It is thine. Go forth to meet the shadowy future, without fear.
Coming soon!
Interviews with owners of the Asus EEE PC and the wildly buzzed XO Laptop - stay tuned…
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