Thursday, November 17, 2011

Tear Jerkers

Sometimes you just need a video to help you release some emotion. For whatever reason, the following video has stuck with me since the first time I watched it. It's not a new video, so you may have already seen it, but I never tire of watching it. There's something so moving about this man's connection to his music, not to mention he's singing a great song:


Another video that is similarly emotional for me is a group piece. This organization is really fascinating, you should check out their website (http://playingforchange.com/) and see what they're all about if you like this video:


And finally, a non-musical clip. This movie is my favorite Pixar movie by far. There are two sections that really yanked at my heartstrings, but this one did it the most for me. I think I love it so much because it's a nice reminder to live your life doing what you love, and with the people you love:

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Inspire

Some videos out there are incredibly motivational with respect to the way you live your life and view the world around you. This first video is one that I have recently discovered and am very excited about. It is a very important commentary on the media that we consume every day. Check it out and see for yourself:


Along the same lines,


 

And finally, a video about how you make meaning in your life. I don't love this video quite as much as the first, or the second for that matter, but it definitely shares some really interesting insight from someone in a difficult position: