Understanding the Four Tendencies Empowers Us to Change the World

by Elisa | Nov 26, 2017 | Anthropology Psychology Sociology, Being World Changers

Over the past nine months or so I have been exploring what is known as the Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin. Knowing our tendencies and the tendencies of those we are working with can greatly empower us to change the world, growing us as influencers who can love...

Women's Issues: Confronting My Junk as a Christian Woman

by Elisa | Nov 11, 2017 | Anthropology Psychology Sociology, Create Awareness, Women's Empowerment

We all have junk, crap, wounds from the past that trigger us every once in awhile. For me, one of these triggers come out of my experiences as a Christian woman leader, and more specifically, reconciling my faith with my femininity. I know a lot of you have different...

An Insider’s Perspective: Interview With a Family Adopting a Son from China

by Elisa | Oct 29, 2017 | Children-in-Need, Spiritual Discipleship, United States, Your Stories

Have you ever thought about adoption? Adoption is a common theme among people who want to make a difference. It is a tangible way to act, there is a significant need, and it can radically change a child's life (and their new family) for good. I believe adoption is...

What You Can Learn by Visiting The Trail of Tears

by Elisa | Oct 23, 2017 | Adventure, Art of Advocacy, Human Rights, Seeking Justice, United States

Like most Americans, I learned about the Trail of Tears sometime back in high school or college history. It probably earned a moment of grief, but was then forgotten. However, visiting one of the Trail of Tear's infamous historical sites really opened my eyes to...

Why We Should Really Rename Columbus Day Already

by Elisa | Oct 12, 2017 | Art of Advocacy, Create Awareness, Human Rights, Human Trafficking, Seeking Justice, Ways to Make a Difference

As an abolitionist seeking justice, it is my duty to request that we rename Columbus Day to something else. Personally, I prefer the name "Woot! America's Got the History Day!" for various reasons (which can be seen here). But really, what I care about is gloriously...

Swamp Wisdom: An Ecclesiastes on Human Rights

by Elisa | Oct 10, 2017 | Adventure, Anthropology Psychology Sociology, Human Rights, Seeking Justice, United States

Ever heard of ancient King Solomon? He was said to be the wisest of them all as he philosophized about time, riches, and the brevity of life. As I went on my last road trip around the United States, I felt like I compiled my own ecclesiastes on human rights--as a...

Five Ideas on How to Live Justly Regarding Land & Property Rights

by Elisa | Oct 10, 2017 | Human Rights, Ways to Make a Difference

This week I wrote a posted something I never really guessed I'd write about--property rights--in Swamp Wisdom: An Ecclesiastes on Human Rights. That post is mostly about why property rights matter in the first place, what they have to do with war and power, and...

Travel + Big World = Perspective

by Elisa | Sep 21, 2017 | Adventure, Create Awareness, United States

Are you one of those people who loves to go on trips and adventure? Although many world changers love to explore and discover the world, some prefer to cloistering in their normal stomping grounds. However, often even these homebodies will eventually still find...

Leadership Lessons on Living Justly From Art Classes for Kids

by Elisa | Sep 18, 2017 | Being World Changers

Once upon a time I taught a kids art class. That is, until I discovered I had a bad boss. Maybe she appeared nice to some, but for us under her leadership it didn't bode well. You see, she didn't use her authority to empower us to do our jobs well, but she misused us...

Adventure

Swamp Wisdom: An Ecclesiastes on Human Rights

Ever heard of ancient King Solomon? He was said to be the wisest of them all as he philosophized...

Busy Moms, Community, Family & Relationships, Raising Kids

Identity Crisis #3467 – My Messy Beautiful

The other day, my daughter was excitedly expressing her admiration of the teachers and helpers at her school. I usually resist the temptation to to ask my kids what they want to be when they grow up because at some point in my...

Anthropology Psychology Sociology, Mental Health, Recovery, Safe Spaces

What to Do With that Blasted Holy Discontent (I used to be a radical)

I used to be a radical. I used to be a radical–until I wasn’t. After high school, I...

Ethical Fashion, Fair Trade Products, Giving Back, Socially Conscious Brands

10 Ethical Fair Trade Gifts Under $10

Ever have a hard time finding cheap ethically made, sustainable and socially good gifts to give? Check out these 10 ethical fair trade gifts under $10!