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9-19-24 Living Yes Newsletter
Spread the Love: Simple Ways to Make a Difference Every Day
Living Yes, Let’s Spread Kindness
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Our mission: Let’s Spread Kindness.
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Today’s Thought
Today’s Quotes
“A small act of kindness can create ripples that spread far beyond what we can see. Start a ripple today!”
“In a world where you can be anything, be kind. It’s the one thing that makes all the difference.”
“Kindness is a gift everyone can afford to give. Share it freely, and watch it come back to you multiplied.”
Today’s Kindness Challenge
Kindness Bingo: Create a bingo card with different acts of kindness (e.g., holding the door open, sending a thank-you message, donating to charity). Try to complete a row or the whole card within a week.
Support Local Heroes: Reach out to a local business or community worker (like a mail carrier or healthcare professional) and offer them a small token of appreciation, such as a treat or a handwritten note.
Encouragement Day: Spend a day sending uplifting and encouraging messages to friends, family, or colleagues. Let them know you’re thinking of them and appreciate their presence in your life.
Today’s Kindness Stories
Acts of kindness can have a profound impact.
The Pay-It-Forward Coffee Shop: The "Starbucks Chain Reaction”
Location: Tampa, Florida
Story: In 2017, a viral chain reaction began at a Tampa Starbucks. A customer paid for the order of the person behind them in the drive-thru. This act of kindness inspired the next 379 customers in the line to continue the trend. The chain lasted for several hours and ended up making headlines, showcasing a remarkable demonstration of pay-it-forward generosity.
The 11-Year-Old's School Supplies Drive: Braden’s Charity
Location: Greenville, South Carolina
Story: In 2018, Braden, an 11-year-old boy, was motivated to help after learning some of his classmates struggled to afford school supplies. He organized a fundraiser by doing chores and used the proceeds to buy supplies for children in need. His efforts were covered by local news outlets and inspired others to contribute, highlighting the power of youth-driven philanthropy.
The Rescued Dog’s Journey: The Story of "Hope"
Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Story: In 2015, a severely injured pit bull named Hope was found abandoned and left to die. Rescued by the Central Oklahoma Humane Society, Hope underwent extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation. Her recovery was followed by a successful adoption, and her story garnered significant media attention, increasing public awareness about animal cruelty and leading to more support for animal shelters.
These stories are grounded in real events and have been documented through news reports and social media. They offer tangible examples of how acts of kindness can have a profound impact.
A family’s food angel
While going through a divorce, my mother fretted over her new worries: no income, the same bills, and no way to afford groceries. It was around this time that she started finding boxes of food outside our door every morning. This went on for months until she was able to land a job. We never did find out who left the groceries, but they truly saved our lives. —Jamie Boleyn, Emmett, Idaho
Source: 30 Stories About the Touching Kindness of Strangers That’ll Make You Tear Up https://www.rd.com/article/kindness-strangers/
Today’s Affirmations
“I am worthy of all the good things life has to offer.”
“I am capable of achieving my dreams and goals with confidence and ease.”
Feel free to use these affirmations daily or whenever you need a boost!
Today’s Smile
Your Dreams can become Reality!
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