We live in a time of extremes. Obesity is on the rise, but so are eating disorders. Here are some things relating to bodies, the psychology behind our perception of them, and how we’re dealing with it all.
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Canadian cover model Coco Rocha speaks out against the damaging practices of the fashion industry:
“I’m a 21 year old model, 6 inches taller and 10 sizes smaller than the average American woman. Yet in another parallel universe I’m considered ‘fat’…”
“Totem II (Raven Steals the Light)” by Josh Keyes. Benefits Partners in Health’s Stand With Haiti relief program ($30).
The Haitian Red Cross in Port-au-Prince estimates that the death toll from last week’s 7.0 earthquake is 45,000 to 50,000. Countless others are injured, in need of care and lacking basic necessities like clean water.
Because I, like you, want to help, but also want to make sure that my money is going to the right place, I did a little research on charities that are seeking donations for efforts in Haiti.
The following charities have staff already in Haiti, assisting as we speak:
CARE has nearly 140 staff on the ground, distributing water packets, food and other forms of aid. (Charity Navigator rating: four stars.)
Doctors Without Borders has been working in Haiti for 19 years, and is operating three emergency hospitals. (Charity Navigator rating: four stars.)
Partners in Health has been working on the ground in Haiti for over 20 years and has set up triage for the injured. (Charity Navigator rating: four stars.)
World Vision is distributing food, clean water, blankets, and tents to children and families. (Charity Navigator rating: four stars.)
UPDATE 1/19: Last night I learned about another four-star charity that’s based in my hometown. It’s called Hope for Haiti, and they have medical crews on the ground now.
The mock e-book cover of You Are Not a Gadget by Jaron Lanier.
Great Ideas Volume III by David Pearson Design, for Penguin Books.
“Bookshelf” book covers, from Book City Jackets ($11).
Happy New Year, all!
I’m not huge on resolutions, since it seems a bit silly to reserve new endeavors and changes in lifestyle for that one day. Life’s a process, not a schedule. But if you’re into that sort of thing, here are a few ideas:
Make Something Cool Every Day, like Mark Weaver
and Brock Davis did.
Resolve to donate to non-profits and independent projects more often. I gave small amounts to some of my favorite organizations and projects around Christmas time. It’s awesome to know that my tiny contributions are helping out great causes. Some suggestions:
If neither of those suit your fancy, you can always use the Resolution Generator. (via swiss miss)
