How to Cuddle with an Elephant Seal

Posted on 6th November 2010 by Herrin in Quotes & Inspiration

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This video shows you how universal the emotion of love and affection is. The difference in species here does nothing to stop the seals obvious need to share warmth and simple contact.

Validation – A short film guaranteed to make you feel good

Posted on 31st August 2010 by Herrin in Quotes & Inspiration

Think for a moment about the definition of validation. Modern society has turned it into a stamp on your drivers license or a tick from some government official.

This short film shows us the power of giving real sincere compliments. Validation.

Every time you take a moment to say something nice or just simply sharing a moment with someone, you remind them of their worth. Cool music in this too!

The Orangutan and the Hound Dog

Posted on 31st August 2010 by Herrin in Quotes & Inspiration

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When Surya, the orangutan, meets a hound dog called Roscoe down by the river, the two recognize each other as if they were best friends.

Louis Armstrong – What A Wonderful World – Cat and a Deer Lovin’

Posted on 20th May 2009 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

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Well its time to get the tissues out people. Bambi meets a kitten in this charming little montage of love and togetherness. Love truly is a universal quality that crosses all barriers.

Just for this moment lets remember, we do live in a wonderful world. Thanks Louis! (and Bambi and Puss)

Nick Vujicic – Man with no arms and legs speaks from his heart

Posted on 6th March 2009 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

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NickVujicic graduated from college at the age of 21 with a double major in Accounting and Financial Planning. He began his travels as a motivational speaker, focusing on the topics that today’s teenagers face. His story is one of hardship and determination.

He teaches people to focus on what they are grateful for and to rise above their circumstances.

Elizabeth Gilbert: A different way to think about creative genius

Posted on 20th February 2009 by Herrin in Quotes & Inspiration

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eatprayloveBest selling author Elizabeth Gilbert talks about how to step aside and minimize the self-doubt and criticism associated with creativity.

Her perspective is both refreshing and sensible at the same time. Much like her writing her talk here is filled with quirky humor and human insights.

Read more about her and her books right here: http://www.elizabethgilbert.com

Ethan Bortnick – Amazing child piano player on Jay Leno

Posted on 3rd February 2009 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

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Have a listen to how articulate this kid is, AND an amazing piano player too.

My Shot Minute: It Takes Two – National Geographic

Posted on 7th January 2009 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

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A selection of some of National Geographic images of pairs of animals and people. Beautiful stuff!

See All National Geographic Videos at http://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/?source=4001

Why are we happy? Why aren’t we happy? Ted Talks – Dan Gilbert

Posted on 6th January 2009 by Herrin in Quotes & Inspiration

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Dan Gilbert, author of Stumbling on Happiness, challenges the idea that we’ll be miserable if we don’t get what we want. Our “psychological immune system” lets us feel truly happy even when things don’t go as planned.

Old Age is a Gift

Posted on 6th January 2009 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

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Old Age, I decided, is a gift.
I am now, probably for the first time in my life, the person I have always wanted to be. Oh, not my body! I sometime despair over my body, the wrinkles, the baggy eyes, and the sagging butt. And often I am taken aback by that old person that lives in my mirror (who looks like my mother/father!), but I don’t agonize over those things for long. (more…)