Oct 20 2007
Compromise
As I sat on a bus home this morning, I became aware that I had a decision to make. My intention will never be to effect change with alarmist writing, but how can change be encouraged without detailing the consequences of continuing to live as we do. Do I write and casually avoid posts that address our day to day practices that are damaging and unsustainable, or do I present those topics with the risk of alienating my young (and growing?) audience. My realization is that changing behavior and thinking is difficult, but with an honest and sincere message, this blog will allow the truth to speak for itself.
Compromise, requires two parties to concede certain preferences in order to reach a mutually acceptable solution. Never before have the planet and the human race had to negotiate the way the other exists, but with the advent of new technologies and our ability to manipulate our surroundings, the status quo has changed. Moving forward, change is necessary; Sustainingus.com will post infortmation that will be raw and discomforting, but the posts will always have suggestions and alternatives. Reality will be offered with a dose of optimism and perspective.
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