Today, Dr. Maura J. Cullen came and spoke with us about diversity. She discussed different topics such as how we judge people based on size, sexual orientation, looks, social class, etc. She was comical and entertaining. All that she said caught my attention. I agreed with everything she said, and I caught myself doing an involuntary 'mmhmm' or agreeing head nod quite often. She challenged us to write a letter to someone who needed encouragement or a thanks by Monday. She reminded me that a simple 'hello', smile, or good deed can brighten someone's day. Taking two seconds to acknowledge someone else and be kind could make their life worth living. I wish that I could remember to do that. I try my hardest to keep my mouth shut and not involve myself in petty gossip that could destroy someone. I fall short of this goal often, and I always regret the words that come out of my mouth. This reminds me of the futurist paper I wrote this week. I feel that we should strive to coexist with everyone. We should see the beauty of every person, and realize that they were put onto this earth for a reason, flaws and all. I try to live by the quote that is hanging above my bed.
"The world in which you live in is just one model of reality.
Other cultures are not failed attempts at being you.
They are unique manifestations of the human spirit."
-Wade Davis
I wish I had a better memory so that I could remember each individual thing she said that struck me hard. I may add to this later when if I can remember specifics. Overall, I was moved by the whole presentation. It will be on my mind for a good while.
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