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  EXCERPT from  The Blue Sweater  by Jacqueline  Novogratz Today we are redefining the geography of community and accepting shared accountability for common human values. We have the chance to extend the notion that all men are created equal to every human being on the planet. This will require global structures and products we are only beginning to imagine.... Each of us in his or her own way can contribute something by thinking -- and acting -- like a true global citizen. We have only one world for all of us on earth, and the future really is ours to create, in a world we dare to imagine together. Think about this quote and then write about what your first step in making the world a better place might be. Treat this part of the assignment like a  Freewrite  that other people will read: don't limit yourself, don't worry if you've got one idea or ten, don't worry if it makes sense, don't worry if it "fits" with your notion of what Professor Hansen is askin...

 I have a constant dilemma within my mind every day of my life. That dilemma is whether I want to live in the moment or for the future. To put this into perspective, the decisions I am referring to are whether I prioritize family/travel/experiences or school/work. Some might say this would be work versus play. From the advice I have received from TED talk speakers, retired professionals, movies, videos, books, and even total strangers – it seems that all signs point to living in the moment because the future is never guaranteed. However, as a young adult studying in a highly competitive environment, living in a fast-paced city, and being a part of a working-class family – I find it extremely difficult to ignore the responsibilities of daily life and solely focus on the present. As the eldest daughter in my family near the end of my college career, I have a responsibility to myself and my parents to find a successful career path and work towards paying them back for everything they ...

Excerpt from Post 1: “For this reading assignment, I chose The Wayfinders: Why Ancient Wisdom Matters in the Modern World by Wade Davis, which takes readers on a thrilling journey to celebrate the wisdom of the world’s indigenous cultures. I chose to read this memoir because Jessica told me that she liked the first couple of pages of the book when she gave it a quick read. However, the main reason is that, as a USC student, I have difficulty navigating the academic and career challenges that I encounter in a fast-paced university environment. Surrounded by hustle culture, I rarely take time to smell the roses – so this book will hopefully give me a perspective from indigenous cultures to discover a more fulfilling approach to life.” After having read the majority of the book thus far, I believe that I have gotten a lot of what I had hoped for. There were many lessons that I had not expected from the book that I was happily surprised to learn. In this post, I will discuss two recurring ...

ANIMA MUNDI DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS  Funding Socially Responsible Businesses that Support Local Living Economies  TO:      Professor Clark Hansen, CEO, AMDP   FROM: Lauryn Tham, R&D Analyst, AMDP         DATE:        March 4, 2024  SUBJECT:  Harmless Harvest Investment Recommendation Memo   Q1 | Understanding of Basic Concepts Triple Bottom Line : The triple bottom line is a business concept that advocates for firms to assess their social and environmental impact, alongside financial performance – rather than simply their profit margins. Using the “Three P’s” (Profit, People, and the Planet) businesses can align their practices with sustainability goals and contribute positively to society and the environment (Miller). Corporate Social Responsibility : Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a business approach where companies integrate ways that enhance rather than degrade society a...

  "How the Week Organizes and Tyrannizes Our Lives" I resonated when Jill Lepore spoke about how she associates different days of the week with different smells and sensations. For example, I associate Tuesdays and Thursdays with sun/warmth and good food. The reason has nothing to do with the actual days but rather the class schedules I have on those days. I get out of class by noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays so I always leave campus while the sun is still shining, then I have the rest of the day to thoughtfully cook a good meal because I’m not exhausted from class or rushing to get to my next commitment. It was interesting to read that the World Calendar proposed new days such as Year-End Day, Leap-Year Day, and extra Saturdays in December and June, resulting in an eight-day week once every year and twice every four years. However, I am not shocked that this was difficult for society to adopt because I,  myself,  could never imagine changing my concept of the days of the...

For this reading assignment, I chose The Wayfinders: Why Ancient Wisdom Matters in the Modern World by Wade Davis, which takes readers on a thrilling journey to celebrate the wisdom of the world’s indigenous cultures. I chose to read this memoir because Jessica told me that she liked the first couple of pages of the book when she gave it a quick read. However, the main reason is that, as a USC student, I have difficulty navigating the academic and career challenges that I encounter in a fast-paced university environment. Surrounded by hustle culture, I rarely take time to smell the roses – so this book will hopefully give me a perspective from indigenous cultures to discover a more fulfilling approach to life. In addition to perspective, I hope to receive many lasting life lessons from the author. The reviews mention that in all the travel that Wade has done in his life, he notices that “It can unite societies, but it is immensely fragile. Thousands of years of adaptations, oral histo...