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Here are some images of the massive killings of pilot whales (the largest member of the dolphin family) in the Faroe Islands, Denmark. It is hard to believe that Denmark, a EU first-class nation, still practices this Vikings tradition of whaling in this day and age.

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A few things to remember to stay creative. List I found a long time ago. Why do we always need to be reminded about the things that make us enjoy ourselves??

2. Relax. Clear your mind of all your worries.
3. Experiment. Don’t be afraid to try out your ideas.
4. Take a walk. You’d be surprised how creative you can be on a stroll.
5. Don’t be afraid. Be reckless in your thoughts. Many great ideas have come from seemingly small ones.
6. Change something. Change the time you get up, your route to work, your brand of coffee.
7. Exercise. Exercising your body will help your body and your brain.
8. Daydream. Sometimes it’s not a bad thing to let your mind wander.
9. Have intelligent conversation. Chat with other like-minded folks.
11. Laugh more. Stress less.
13. Express yourself. Don’t worry about what other people think.
14. Play with toys. Go to the store and peruse the toy section.
15. Listen to music. All different kinds, let the music inspire you.
16. Get more sleep. Your brain needs a rest to be at its best.
17. Keep a journal. Write down your thoughts, feelings and ideas.
19. Write. Writing will get your creative juices flowing
20. Take risks. And be comfortable doing it.
21. Get out of the house. Fresh air and a change of scenery will do wonders.
22. Do a jig. Blood flow is important, especially for brain function.
24. Have a bath. Clear your mind.
25. Think positive. Believe in yourself.
26. Read a book. Expand your knowledge.
27. Tell a story. Start from scratch and see where your imagination goes.
28. Collaborate. Don’t be a loner - share your thoughts.
30. Listen to a new band. Something you wouldn’t normally listen to is best.
31. Meditate. Find somewhere quite and spend some time just breathing.
32. Start a dream journal. Your dreams can be crazy, but definitely creative.
33. Play with clay. Make a bird, an elephant, a shoe; it all stimulates creativity.
34. Take a class. Any class. Learning something new will boost your brain.
35. Make a collage. Get a magazine, cut up interesting pictures, and make some art.
36. Smell stuff. Take a whiff of some essential oils, flowers, or food.
37. Write a poem. Use juicy words, be adventerous.
38. Plant a garden. Play in the dirt.
39. Redecorate. Choose a room in your house and make a change.
40. Play with your kids (or someone else’s kids). If that doesn’t stretch your imagination, nothing will!
41. Visit art galleries. Make a day of it, and take your time.
42. Go to networking events. You’ll be inspired by the variety of people and businesses.
44. Ask stupid questions. Then ask some more stupid questions.
45. People watch. Go to a cafe, sit outside, and take in your surroundings.
46. Choose to be more creative. The biggest piece of the creative thinking puzzle is deciding (and believing) you ARE creative..
48. Trust yourself. Trust your instincts.
49. Wander through books. Go to a book store without any time limits.
50. Make a lunch date. With friends, co-workers, anyone, and dedicate your time to creative thinking.
51. Turn off the TV. Do something stimulating, not mind-numbing.
52. Walk in the rain. Get soaking wet and jump in puddles.
53. See a show. Theatre, dance, music, anything. The experience will excite your brain.
54. Listen. Concentrate on the small, usually unnoticeable sounds around you.
55. Write to someone. Not an email, not a text, but a real, tangible letter or card.
56. Brainstorm. Shoot out as many ideas as you can; the only rule: there are no stupid ideas.
57. Travel. Go somewhere new that makes you say “Wow”.
58. Improve something. A recipe, your desk drawer organisation, anything.
59. Be curious. Look at things closely, ask questions, touch, feel, hear, smell, taste.

Take a minute to think, for just a moment. In the past second, one and a half acres of rainforest were cut down, destroying the homes of many species of wildlife. In the past minute, the energy used in the UK was equal to 313 million tons of oil, which we can never get back. In the past hour, 160 children died from lack of access to safe drinking water and sanitation.

It is no secret, the planet is in trouble. In just 50 years, mankind has modified that planet’s environment faster than in the whole history of humanity!

We live a decisive moment - right now! Just like any change in our lives, it takes action.

The media has done its fair share emphasizing the problem. Yet, there is a bright side. Our greatest strength as human beings is the ability to think and to take action. We can try to put a stop to these global dilemmas.

It is our responsibility to make it possible “to meet present needs without compromising the needs of future generations”. We are personally responsible for the future of our Earth, and each of us has a role to play. Again, we all have the duty to take action.

It doesn’t take more than common sense to understand that using natural resources to a point that it exceeds sustainability is not propaganda. I agree with some that it is not about saving the planet, it is about saving ourselves! Without us, the planet would be perfectly fine. We abused our resources (energy, wildlife, minerals…) and now we need to find alternatives before it runs out.

Every day, people everywhere are doing their bit, from recycling newspapers at home, to developing energy technologies in a lab. We are finally entering an era where engineering and technology are making the world a better place. Take the time to think, for just a moment. Now stop, and act towards the future.