Demographics:
- 57 Asians
- 21 Europeans
- 14 from the Western Hemisphere (both North and South)
- 8 Africans
Gender:
- 52 would be female
- 48 would be male
Race:
- 70 would be non-white
- 30 would be white
Religion:
- 70 would be non-Christian
- 30 would be Christian
Sexual Orientation:
- 89 would be heterosexual
- 11 would be homosexual
Wealth and Living Conditions:
- 6 people would possess 59% of the world’s wealth—all from the United States
- 80 would live in substandard housing
- 50 would suffer from malnutrition
- 70 would be unable to read
- 1 would have a college education
- 1 would own a computer
Life Stages:
- 1 person near death
- 1 person near birth
A Matter of Perspective:
Considering the world from such a compressed perspective reveals the urgent need for acceptance, understanding, and education.
- If you have food, clothes, shelter, and a place to sleep, you are richer than 75% of the world.
- If you woke up healthy this morning, you are more fortunate than a million people who will not survive this week.
- If you have money in a bank or wallet, you are among the top 8% of the world’s wealthy.
- If you can worship freely without fear of harassment or persecution, you are more blessed than three billion people.
- If you’ve never faced war, imprisonment, or starvation, you are ahead of 500 million people.
- If your parents are alive and married, you are part of a rare group, even in developed nations.
- If you can offer a hug or a helping hand, you can give healing that many cannot.
- If you smile with gratitude, you hold a blessing that countless others overlook.
- If you can read this, you are doubly blessed, unlike over two billion people who cannot.
Final Reflection:
This message serves as a gentle reminder: as you navigate life’s challenges, take a moment to appreciate how truly blessed you are in comparison to much of the world.
“Gratitude turns what we have into enough.” 🌍❤️
