I know that this was brought up recently, but it's becoming a cross community challenge, and I'd like to highlight it again in a different context!! :) @Arthur Maddocks-Brown and @Maxwell Riseman and I have been talking about introducing a Cross Community Challenge. (Thank you so much, Arthur, for bringing this (back) to life and creating a course/challenge out of it!!) You can join the calls here -- JOIN HERE -- Every 15th of the month for 24 hours (this way we can connect with others in Different communities) You can also find more information on the Challenge / Activity --> HERE: Honoring Letters of Hope & Origins This is your invitation to join the Letters Of Hope Legacy Challenge! Who wants to join?

"Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that. " MLK Jr. :) I wanted to share something that @Arthur Maddocks-Brown and @Maxwell Riseman are doing in their communities and that I'd like to put out here for anyone that would also be interested and inspired to do something similar!! In a world of darkness, we can be carriers of some light! :) Be the change you wish to see in the world. Arthur used to volunteer for a charity called Letters of Hope, but unfortunately they closed due to funding issues. BUT, the mission doesn't have to stop and I think that we (and others) can continue it. THE TASK, should you choose to accept it: -Write a handwritten letter of hope as if you're writing to someone you deeply care about, knowing it will be gifted to a complete stranger. -Leave the letter somewhere for someone to find, or, if you're feeling extra brave, hand the letter to a stranger. If you want to post a photo or share about your experience in writing it , please do so in the comment section below! :)

In the past few days we spoke about the first 7 principles of success as described in "The Rhythm of Life" by Matthew Kelly (more here : day-1-purpose; day-2-priorities; day-3-balance; day-4-discipline; day-5-growth;-day-6-faith; -day-7-relationships )Today we delve into the eighth principle: Generosity (Just a small but important note, the term success here can be applied to many areas of life, and ultimately, it's really just about intentionally becoming the best version of yourself.) PRINCIPLE 8: GENEROSITY “A meaningful life is a life given away.” Generosity is giving your time, energy, love and resources without necessarily expecting anything in return. In the book, meaningful success includes improving the lives of others and in that process it creates connection, gratitude and impact. The book talks about generosity as a way to align with life as it can keep life moving- it indicates that when giving stops (whether that's our time, attention, forgiveness, or resources) stagnation sets in. Psychologically, generosity counteracts scarcity thinking. This is important because scarcity thinking narrows focus and increases anxiety. Studies show that giving activates reward pathways and strengthens meaning, but only when it’s freely chosen. The self determination factor matters. When generosity is driven by guilt, approval-seeking, or self-erasure, it leads to resentment and burnout. This leads to disconnection with others and oneself.

Ships are most safe in harbors but that's not what they're built for. In the harbors they are still open to elements that can affect them, but they were built to go out... I've had a few conversations this week about positive risk taking. Then, on the same day I had a conversation about this I received a gift with a note from my dad reminding me of this with this exact quote. Funny how things come together all at once. I needed to hear it. (Thank you) So my question to you is, what does it look like for you to step out of the harbor and where are you right now?

Any highlights you guys wanna share from the past week/weekend? Anything you're looking forward to this upcoming week? Here's a picture of the sunrise I got to catch this morning. It was SO cold, but so beautiful and worth it.