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To: michael97123 who wrote (52514)	9/19/2001 9:44:44 AM
From: Proud_Infidel	Read Replies (3) \| Respond to of 70976

Michael, I encourage you to think twice before making any bold moves. This is the exact thing the terrorists would want. I have always been a critic of the American way of life; chasing after more dollars without any true understanding of what life truly means. We have people working 12 hour days and spending little time with their children. The family unit is stressed; the environment is stressed, yet life goes on without a second thought because people seem to think they need a bigger house, SUV etc. They are deluding themselves in thinking that these external items will bring about any happiness whatsoever. I like investing in technology because I believe in innovation and the possibilites it creates for a better future. Money is simply a very nice side benefit of this recreation. I believe the last week has brought out the best in Americans and for the first time, I am proud to call myself an American. I just hope that we don't forget and revert to the "money as God" philosophy that has existed in this country up until these tragic events. Don't get me wrong, we should get on with our daily lives, but this does not necessarily getting back to business as usual as existed only nine days ago. Regards, Brian

To: michael97123 who wrote (52514)	9/19/2001 9:30:49 PM
From: Jacob Snyder	Respond to of 70976

re: what to do: I think you're feeling something called survivor guilt. I'd advise not making any drastic changes for a while. Think about it, write it down and reread it in a couple of weeks, talk about it with coworkers and friends. If you still feel that way a couple of months from now, maybe it really is time to make a drastic change. Or maybe not. Think about: 1. finding something you want to do and doing it. 2. putting yourself in a place where you are only around people you want to be around. 3. taking an extended vacation, at least until the lights get turned on.:) 4. not watching CNN. Or CNBC.

To: michael97123 who wrote (52514)	9/19/2001 9:49:42 PM
From: Sun Tzu	Respond to of 70976

Mike, consider making a list of everything that makes you happy. Happy is the key word as oppose to bringing pleasure. For the moment, assume there are no barriers, i.e. no limit to money, time, power, or for that matter even morality. Picture yourself doing those things in your daily life and see if indeed those would make you happy long term. Then try to see what it is that prevents you from achieving that happiness. This is not a one day process. And as others have mentioned, do not make sudden bold changes. Write or tape record your thoughts and conclusions and come back to them at a later date. best wishes, Sun Tzu

To: michael97123 who wrote (52514)	9/19/2001 10:10:43 PM
From: Cary Salsberg	Respond to of 70976

OT In May, I started a project to find my high school classmates and link them via email. I have exchanged a number of emails with a woman classmate in Nyack, NY, who knows two who lost their lives in last weeks tragedy. She has worked as a volunteer for the Make-a-Wish foundation many years. She described a profoundly positive experience and said it left her with a belief in the innate goodness of people.

To: michael97123 who wrote (52514)	9/20/2001 12:44:45 PM
From: Kirk ©	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 70976

I grieve for the dead and those of the survivors like me who have been mortally wounded by this blow. Any suggestions on what i should do with the rest of my life? mike Yes. Keep it simple. Give yourself time to heal. You were not MORTALLY wounded unless you let it fester. Live one day at a time. Help someone... even if it is to just let someone merge in front of you in traffic. Little things mean a great deal and I find the merging bit works for me as I get a nice smile and a wave when I do it... and this was not something I normally do unless I need a pickup. I think your mayor said it best, the way to help is to get back to normal. best wishes and keep posting here, we care! Kirk out