Every single one of us can be kind in our own simple ways, and together we make a big difference in the way our world moves forward.
“Three things in human life are important. The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind. And the third is to be kind.”
- Henry James
Here’s a great idea: What if you could borrow a power washer or other tools from your local library instead of only books? Sharing resources is a wonderful way to reduce waste and connect us with community.
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In this Zoom conversation between Bancroft School alumni Laurel Mitchell, Will Chappell, and Tyler Papula, we hear about the Save More Kids organization from Tyler’s insightful perspective and learn how Save More Kids has impacted him personally.
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Good friends are so important to our well being, health and enjoyment of life. But often we forget to let our friends know how much they mean to us. Here are some super simple ways you can show your friends some love and appreciation.
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Thank you @patagonia@yvon.chouinard🌍🙏🏼 Pretty amazing news today!
"Instead of 'going public,' you could say we’re 'going purpose'...we'll use the wealth Patagonia creates to protect the source of all wealth." - Yvon Chouinard.-@nytimes
Thank you @ecoinprogress for this beautiful image and reminder: “Your actions make a difference even if you don’t see it right away.” Keep those ripples of positivity flowing! We’re even more effective at creating positive change when we do this together.
When we see that all life is connected and that the earth is our one collective home, we understand that even our smallest choices affect everything around us. Each one of us makes a difference in the way our world moves forward.
Thank you Jane Goodall for your wise words.
In this wonderful conversation with Our Earth Every Day founding members Jim White and Terryl Mackey, Jen Barraccu shares her wisdom about the gifts of nature for oneself and the people of the earth. https://t.co/DwXrsnTfD0
Want a free, private social space to connect, share and inspire each other with our great ideas and personal global initiatives? Come join the Our Earth Every Day Online Community! Hope to see you soon!
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We are so inspired by the great work of our friends @lizngonzi and @intlsocimpact for creating the Youth Giving Summit!
Learn more, register for free (on Facebook, LinkedIn or YouTube): https://t.co/BMcq6opIZE
We are so excited to share this wonderful conversation between Dr. Terryl Mackey and Liz Ngonzi who draw parallels between Our Earth Every Day's 5 Good Deeds and Ubuntu, an African philosophy based that everything is interconnected. @IntlSocImpact
https://t.co/MXdqA8vSYL
Looking for a simple way to spread some love, kindness, and positivity? Paint some "Love Rocks" for your neighborhood, park, or local trails!
Create a #loverocks hashtag with your own location in it!
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Has someone ever done something very small for you that shifted your whole day? Given you a hug, opened a door, bought you a coffee, or smiled at you?
Never forget how big an impact your smallest gesture might have in making someone else feel seen and cared about.
#5gooddeeds
Every one of us has a role to play and our individual positive actions ripple out to create big waves of change. What is one small thing you can do today to bring more light into the world?
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Abraham Guo knows what it’s like to adapt to a new culture. At the admissions office at the Bancroft School, he connects with incoming students to help them understand their new environment and feel welcome and supported. Way to make a difference Abraham! https://t.co/UkbrS7V2Yv
Darren Belanger and a group of students decided to construct an archway into a shaded garden area on the farm called “The ‘Butterfly Grove” at Turn Back Time farm in Paxton, MA. They hope their project creates a welcoming sense of community for all!
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Our Earth Every Day community member Kaitlyn Mitchell and her friends decided to volunteer at the Holden Senior Center to help elders learn how to use their smart phones. If you would like to share this project in your community download it at https://t.co/TFzCTNv3Iy
Our first inspiring story from Will and Laurel’s senior co-op project is about three seniors at Bancroft School who created a safer, more accessible trail with the Kyle from the @GWLandTrust by building a staircase on the Tetasset Hills Trail System.