1. TOLERANCE: an attitude of opennessand respect for thedifferences that existsamong people.

2. Are wereallythatdifferent? 3. BigotA person who isobstinately orintolerantlydevoted to his orher own opinionsand prejudices. 4. Tolerance implies no lack of commitment to ones ownbeliefs, rather it condemns theoppression or persecution of others.JOHN F. KENNEDY 5. I HAVE DOWNS SYNDROME. WHATS YOUR EXCUSE? 6. BEWARE OF YOURTHOUGHT PROCESSDo I jump to negative conclusions? Appearances Behavior Unfair stereotypes Language Food Chooses 7. MotherTheresaIf you judgepeople, youhave no timeto love them. 8. I was alwaystaught to respectmy elders and Ivenow reached theage when I donthave anybody torespect.George Burns (1896-1996) 9. MAHATMA GANDHI AngerIntoleranceAnger and Anger and intolerance are intolerance are the twin enemiesthe twin enemies of correctof correct understanding. understanding. 10. WOW! HOMELESS AND AGOOD SENSE OF HUMOR 11. Helen Keller The highestresult of education istolerance. 12. WAYS TO BECOMING MORE TOLERANT Discover common ground Learn from others Respect and value others differences Create new bonds Accept people for who they are Do not make jokes that perpetuate stereotypes Acknowledge and respect differences within your own family Look for experiences that will expose you to new people(religions, cultures etc.) 13. CHILDREN ARE SO EXCEPTING 14. In the practice of tolerance, ones enemy is the best teacher.DALAI LAMA 15. WHAT DO I DO?Ask yourself why?Educate yourself about other backgroundsBegin to reset your mindBe aware of incorrect thoughtsExpand your networkBe respectful 16. Lets celebrateour differences. 17. YOU MAY SAY IM ADREAMERBUT IM NOT THE ONLY ONEI HOPE SOMEDAY YOULLJOIN USAND THE WORLD WILL LIVEAS ONEJOHN LENNON