Change: By You and Me

Jane Goodall’s wisdom “change happens by listening and then starting a dialogue with the people who are doing something you don't believe is right” is a challenge, yet is a wise strategy for reasonable action given how many people in the world don't feel that they are heard or know where to start to make a difference. Stephanie Summerville's story of her unintended contribution to a change of mind should make us all be conscious that opportunities to trigger change are all around us, all of the time. This week a lovely international group of which I am a member had a very intense email discussion over the value and strategy of The Girl Effect. Is this a worthwhile effort? Does it diminish women? Is it an effective strategy to instigate global change, at a personal level? What do these sound bite videos help us learn anyway? Well, I say.... if we wait to create the perfect, politically correct, acceptable message, we'll never make any change. Google 'make a difference' that should inspire all of us. And if you are an aging baby boomer, thinking about what's next, check into Encore, helping us think about making what's next an opportunity for bliss.