Fulfilling responsibilities is a very difficult thing to do, especially when it’s your choice whether you do them or not. Like taking out the trash, you don’t NEED to do it, but it’s something that you are requested to do and it will benefit you and others if you do it. Earth day uses the same principle. If you DO choose to take action to help the Earth, then you will be helping yourself, and the entire world.
Since our SPICE this year is simplicity, we thought of ways that we could help the Earth using simplicity as our guideline. The connection between simplicity and stewardship is actually very strong. Simplicity involves living life with few material possessions, and being uncomplicated in your actions. Stewardship means being responsible and careful with your possessions or something entrusted in your care. On Earth Day, people use stewardship to try and change the Earth for the better. However, without really knowing it, they also focus on simplicity. When you turn out the lights and other electronics to save power, you are acting simply by not using those devices. Here’s a video to show you how important it is to take care of our planet.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-bhphs4QOw
This video tells you that even the smallest differences, like recycling a single can or bottle, makes a huge difference in the world, which is why this week’s query is so important.
This week’s query is: How can we focus on simplicity and be good stewards?
Sources:
www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stewardship
www.values.com/stewardship
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