Season 242 Episode 8213
S1 E16 - Unveiling the Secret for Global Impact: Celeste Mergens Shares Her Wisdom - s11 ep16
"Days for Girls Founder Reveals Insights From Her New Book, The Power of Days http://230921.s4g.biz AI Episode Summary Celeste Mergens founded the nonprofit organization Days for Girls 15 years ago to address the lack of access to feminine hygiene products and education in impoverished regions. The organization has reached over 3 million women and girls in 145 countries through the efforts of volunteers and local leaders. Celeste's new book, The Power of Days, tells the story of how Days for Girls started and highlights the power of gratitude and listening in creating positive change. Gratitude is Celeste's superpower, enabling her to see the good in the world and overcome challenges. She believes that focusing on what unites us rather than our differences can foster collaboration and create positive impact. Celeste shares an example of how she used inclusive dialogue to engage with female genital cutters in Kenya and successfully reduce the prevalence of the practice. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing that circumstances do not define us and that we have the power to make new choices. Celebrating achievements and expressing gratitude as a team can energize and motivate people to tackle new challenges. Celeste believes that gratitude and a focus on what's possible can help address current issues and bring about positive change in the world. She encourages readers to embrace gratitude and inclusive conversations to make the impossible possible and create a more united and compassionate society. http://superpowers4good.com"
