Sam Berns - the anti Elliot Rodgers...This video may restore some hope in humanity...

[fujiyama]

I'm not one to typically post inspirational videos, but this is one of the most eloquent and intelligent teens I have ever seen. I really felt so refreshed watching this (that too after reading Eliot's manifesto earlier, which just left me kind of sick). This provides about as great a contrast as you can get.

http://tedxtalks.ted.com/video/My-philosophy-for-a-happy-life;search%3Atag%3A%22TEDxMidAtlantic%22

Unfortunately, Sam died in January. Catch the documentary "Life according to Sam" as well if you have a chance. It was really well made. Sam, like Eliot, was fortunate to have parents that were well off (both are doctors), but the documentary shows his mother's true determination in doing everything she can to fight this disease, which effects 1 in every 4 million or so.

Sam really helps put things in perspective. RIP Sam.

[dballance]

1. Okay, I cried.

He made me realize all of my challenges are insignificant.

[renate]

2. thank you for posting this n/t

[fujiyama]

3. Kicking this!