Joe says that, "participating in BD101 has helped me awaken to new ways of seeing myself, other people, groups and larger institutions. I find that I am much more aware of what is happening within and around me as it relates to all aspects of diversity. I really like the holistic approach of BD101. Workshop experiences include paying attention to mind, body and spirit. I have met many new friends through BD101. I use a lot of what I have learned in my teaching, consulting and social justice work. I like doing diversity work, especially the BD101 approach, because I believe that humankind is meant to be connected through love and understanding. This is the best thing I have found to help us reach across artificial divides in order to understand, empathize and heal."