Today, March 13th is Good Samaritan Day, also called Good Samaritan Involvement Day. It’s used to give thanks to all of the people who unselfishly help those in need. We can all be guilty of wanting to move quickly through our goals each day when massive opportunities to pass on kindness actually present themselves in between. This day helps us pause to recognize the importance of looking around and noticing how we might be able to help someone out. It’s the compassion and kindness of strangers that really make a difference in the world. What is a Good Samaritan? The good … [Read more...]
March Causes to Celebrate: Mark your calendar with worthy social causes
Known for the beginning of spring, March can be a time of new beginnings! Check out this social cause calendar to find out how you can align your activities with important causes. Spend the month of March in a number of meaningful ways. By motivating a nation of readers for example, taking the time to appreciate and praise your employees, and by inspiring young women to achieve their dreams. Don't forget to celebrate kindness, thank your doctor, and shop local. You won't be mad at yourself for any of these options- you may however be annoyed if you failed to take advantage of the … [Read more...]
50 Good Deeds by Personality Type for Random Acts of Kindness Week
It can seem like every time we turn on the TV or browse social media, negative stories bombard us. I don’t know about you, but I would rather more exposure to the good in the world. What if the type of stories filling our newsfeed were examples of kindness and integrity? What a profound impact that might have on our day. It’s Random Acts of Kindness Week. For the reasons above and many more, I plan to partake! Random Acts of Kindness Week started February 14th and ends February 20th. Similar to the social holiday, Giving Tuesday, the mission of Random Acts of Kindness Week is to fill … [Read more...]
February Causes to Celebrate
February While February is known for Valentine's Day, don't forget the other days and weeks that make this a great month to celebrate. Study up and remember United States history by celebrating African American History Month and President's Day. Be positive, kind and humble; and focus more on your health and the health of those around you. So give some chocolates or flowers to your loved ones and get to know these great causes. Celebrate the Month: African American History Month - Celebrate the contributions that African Americans have made to American history in their … [Read more...]
A Special Day for Generosity
Spend any amount of time reading our blog or social media and you will see that we love the chance to celebrate important and worthy causes that take our attention off our stressers, and help us enjoy and appreciate our lives. We are not talking about National Cookie Day (Friday December 4, 2015), although, cheers to that! No, we are talking about the proverbial cookies spread throughout the month that will sweeten our days as we take the time to embrace them. Friends, we'd like to inform you of the next cookie on your list, and it's a good one! Mark December 1st, 2015 down on your calendars … [Read more...]
November Causes to Celebrate
November Known as No Shave November these days, it's also the month we start hearing Christmas music and drink out of red Starbucks cups, give thanks, eat too much turkey, and go shopping at midnight (but not at REI this year). However, there are a couple more events to celebrate this month. Check out these great November causes and take some time these next couple of weeks to honor veterans, educators, entrepreneurs, and small businesses. Be kind to others, volunteer, and give thanks to the outliers in your life. Celebrate the month: Veteran's Day - Nov. 11, a day to … [Read more...]