Haiti's quake reminds us all that just how 'human' and 'vulnerable' we are all in the face of nature -- that we are not really as 'in control' as we wish or think -- it is the great equalizer. Seeing those images of helplessness, especially living in the 'land of plenty', reminds us just how 'removed' we are from the realities of the world around us and how much of the world lives daily. Our egos swell -- now a dose of reality and humility.
How to Help...
When donating, be sure it is only to major relief organizations. The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce has a list of suggested organizations -- click here. If you decide to go there, once again, only sign up with major relief organizations -- the effort needs to be highly structured in order to be effective; make sure you have your shots up-to-date as disease will be rampant; and you should prepare for a great deal of mental distress and have some type of counseling set up to debrief after you have completed your relief mission.
Closing thoughts...
The producers of yathink.tv extend their sincere condolences to all the victims and their families, as well as our own colleagues, friends and families from the United Nations and Doctors Without Borders.
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