Brummet's Conscious Blog

-- Quote of the Day -- “Every successful, happy person will confirm  that the main reason for their success  is that they are doing what they love to do.  …Work is too often viewed as punishment  – because of this attitude,  we don’t do our jobs with dignity  and we refuse to discover ways to make our work challenging and enjoyable.  If you are going to strive for true happiness,  you have to change your attitude toward work.”  ~ Darrell Knoch; Mastering a Healthy Self-image    -- Conscious Discussions Talk Radio --   Sign up via itunes for the Conscious Discussions Radio show: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id262138144   Burt Berlowe is an award-winning author and journalist who specializes in writing and publishing the stories of ordinary people involved in social change. His latest book - The Compassionate Rebel Revolution: Ordinary People Changing...

 -- World of Writing -- We have a very inspiring interview from an individual dedicated to social change by hands on work with the poor and healing the nations sick and ailing people... and his ability to write about nursing, but also to celebrate an amazing individual who inspired him - his father. Barry Wiener, an accomplished RN based in Texas (USA), is the son of celebrated New York City police officer Norman Wiener. Norman, a 32 year veteran as a policeman retired with the rank of Deputy Inspector - running the 83 precinct and notably, overseeing security for the funeral of Robert Kennedy. Despite the demands of his work. Norman always found time for his children, imparting daily his unique take on life, work and people. CYA (Cover Your Ass) is Officer Norman Wiener's novel brought to publication by his son, Barry. It was a pledge to his dying mother that he would bring his father's stories to light, now that his father has succumbed to Alzheimers. ...

--Quote of the Day -- " The two important things I did learn were that you are as powerful and strong as you allow yourself to be, and that the most difficult part of any endeavor is taking the first step, making the first decision ."  ~ Robyn Davidson  -- Conscious Discussions Talk Radio -- Today's Positive Eco-News segment will offer several amazing resources and will focus on the topic of Social Change. Check it out live, and drop in the live chat room, from 11-12 PM (Mountain) / 10-11 AM (Pacific) ... or access the archived episode at your convenience:  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/consciousdiscussions/2011/12/04/positive-eco-news Find Dave and Lillian Brummet, excerpts from their books, information about their radio program, newsletter, blog, and more at: www.brummet.ca * Support the Brummets by telling your friends, or visiting the Brummet's Store - every sale raises funds for charity as well...