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Lots of behind the scenes - this episode is full of insider stories at Altenew! Come along with Bridget as we hear from our very own Creative Ambassador, Lydia Evans, as she shares her personal outlook as a wearer of many hats in the Altenew team. Let's talk community service, customer connections, and more!Craft your life with Altenew! Follow us for more design inspiration:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altenewllc/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@altenewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/altenewYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/altenewPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/altenew/Card blog: https://www.blog.altenew.comScrapbook blog: https://www.mixedmedia.altenew.comCheck out Artistry by AltenewInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artistrybyaltenew/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCY0ifFqCq6irkxFZeQGrXgVisit https://www.altenew.com to shop for your crafting stash.Contact our Customer Happiness Team at support@altenew.com if you have any questions.
We asked listeners -- what random act of kindness moved you after you were chumped? Tracy tells about her mysterious breakfast benefactor and Sarah shares a story about the time her car broke down. We hear about infidelity angels and kind strangers who appeared at just the right time with encouragement and support. A departure from the usual look at bad actors, this week we celebrate good people.
What if your life's mission was to give it all away? Strap in—this one's a wild ride. Imagine quitting your six-figure job, giving away your life savings, and betting it all on helping strangers—just because you feel called to do it. That's exactly what Travis Settineri aka Travis Doodles did. From buying gas and groceries for strangers to starting a full-blown Generosity Ministry that transforms lives, Travis isn't just doing good—he's leading a movement. You could say he “doodled outside the lines”.
Join Staffbase Chief People Officer Neil Morrison as he sits down with bestselling author and executive coach Chester Elton for a deep dive into leadership, culture, and the transformative power of gratitude. Chester shares decades of insights on why recognition and appreciation are the foundation of high-performing teams, revealing how small daily rituals—like the “10 and 10” practice—can foster connection and engagement. From NASA astronauts using random acts of kindness to eliminate conflict to Texas Roadhouse's legendary service mantra, this episode is packed with real-world examples of how leaders can build cultures of trust and impact. Chester also addresses the challenges of toxic workplaces and provides actionable strategies for shifting from a traditional management mindset to a coaching culture—one where leaders ask better questions, assume positive intent, and help people grow both professionally and personally.
Keeping Your Sh*t Together in a Stressed World with Michelle & Scott
Episode 256 - "Random Acts of Kindness"In this episode, Michelle and Scott explore the transformative power of random acts of kindness. Discover how even the smallest gestures—like a smile to a stranger or a thoughtful note to a friend—can create ripples of positive change in your life and in your community. They dive into the science behind kindness, share inspiring stories, and offer practical tips to help you incorporate spontaneous acts of generosity into your daily routine. Whether you're looking to boost your own well-being or spread positivity in a chaotic world, this episode reveals how kindness is not just a nice-to-have, but a revolutionary force for building resilience, connection, and emotional balance. Join us and learn how to make kindness a cornerstone of your life.Keeping Your Sh*t Together in a Stressed World is a podcast hosted by Michelle Post, MA, LMFT and Scott Grossberg, JD, CLC, CCH, NLP, and is 30 minutes of raw, irreverent, and results-oriented discussion with one purpose in mind . . . to help you cope, thrive, and survive the craziness that's going on in the world.As a reminder, our “Get Your Sh*t Together” Home Retreat can be found here:http://thinkingmagically.com/retreatReplays of prior episodes can be found at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-grossbergYou can also join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepingystMichelle Post can be reached at michelle@postinternationalinc.com http://postinternationalinc.com Scott Grossberg can be reached at sgrossberg@hotmail.com https://www.thinkingmagically.com© ℗ 2025 Scott Grossberg & Michelle Post. All rights reserved."Easy Lemon (60 second)" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0DISCLAIMER: MICHELLE IS A THERAPIST, BUT SHE IS NOT YOUR THERAPIST. SCOTT IS A RETIRED ATTORNEY, DOES NOT PRACTICE LAW, AND DOES NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVICE. AS SUCH, SCOTT IS NOT YOUR ATTORNEY. THE INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION THAT TAKES PLACE IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT LEGAL, MEDICAL, NOR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE. LISTENING TO THIS PODCAST DOES NOT CREATE AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT NOR THERAPIST-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP. MICHELLE AND SCOTT ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY LOSSES OR DAMAGES RELATED TO ACTIONS OR FAILURES TO ACT RELATED TO ANY OF THEIR PROGRAMS OR TRAINING. IF YOU NEED SPECIFIC LEGAL, MEDICAL, OR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE OR HELP, CONSULT WITH A PROFESSIONAL WHO SPECIALIZES IN YOUR SUBJECT MATTER AND JURISDICTION. NEVER DISREGARD THE MEDICAL ADVICE OF A PSYCHOLOGIST, PHYSICIAN OR OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, OR DELAY IN SEEKING SUCH ADVICE, BECAUSE OF THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR RELATED TO ANY OF MICHELLE'S OR SCOTT'S PROGRAMS OR TRAININGS. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY EITHER MICHELLE OR SCOTT OR BOTH OF THEM ARE OFFERED IN THEIR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITIES, OFFERED "AS-IS" AND NO REPRESENTATIONS ARE MADE THAT THE CONTENT OF ANY VIEWS ARE ERROR-FREE.MICHELLE'S AND SCOTT'S PROGRAMS AND TRAINING ARE NOT SUITED FOR EVERYONE. THEY DO NOT ASSUME, AND SHALL NOT HAVE, ANY LIABILITY TO USERS FOR INJURY OR LOSS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. THEY MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONCERNING ANY TREATMENT OR ANY ACTION FOLLOWING THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR THROUGH ANY PROGRAM, COACHING, CONSULTING OR STRATEGIC WORK SESSION.
Today we're talking about Valentine's Day queso, my first internet friend, and why kindness really does matter. Plus, I'm asking some important questions like: have you ever eaten an orange in the shower?Relevant links:National Day of Random Acts of KindnessWho is Benny Blanco? Who is Selena Gomez? Did he really give her a bathtub of queso? Podcast: The Telepathy Tapes with Ky DickensWhen IS RepTV going to come out?Movie: Can't Buy Me LoveShoutout to my first internet friends: Dave | Thom | LeahRecommendations: Amazon.com/shop/indianaadamsRisky click of the day —> reddit.com/s/showerorangeClips: Barry, LaVon, and $240 worth of vanilla pudding | Real Genius popcorn sceneSubscribe to MIBS for free on Substack or join The Best Club for $5 / monthUpcoming! The Best Club meetings: AV Club (this Thursday, February 20)- Bridesmaids (Amazon Prime) | Book club (March 20)- A Bit Much by Lyndsay Rush. Full club schedule here. Let's discuss: Is it ever okay to eat in the bathroom?If you had to have a bathtub of something to eat, what would it be?Has someone ever done a random act of kindness for you?Group project:This week do a random act of kindness.Grow the community: Share My Internet Besties with a friend. Connect: Instagram @myinternetbesties & @indianaadamsOur group chat ★ Support this podcast ★
Kankelfritz and Friends share how today is National Random Acts of Kindness day and listeners call in to share how they are Blessing others. Also, you'll never believe what happened to a man kayaking in the ocean last week!
Quote of The Day: "No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted" Host: TOLA Omoniyi, Kanyinsola Omojola
The love that Jesus requires us to show to others is not limited to family and friends, but even to our enemies. In Luke 6:27–28, Jesus says, “Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.”All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show
Topic I: Random Acts of Kindness Day (Islamic Teachings in Relation to Kindness) Topic II: How To Break Bad Habits: A Neuroscience-Backed Method Rooted in Islamic Teachings Introduction and NEWS Presenter(s): Bilal Ahmed Imam Nabeel Ahmed Guest(s): Imam Basil Munir Kamalyn Kaur Dr Audrey Tang Prof Eleni Palazidou Dr Gulnar Ali Virani Dr Jaswant Guzder Producer(s): Zoha & Assistant Trainee Producer(s): Halima Ahmad Researcher(s):Saira Ahmed, Saiqah Tariq, Natasha Sbah Un Nase and Meher un Nisa Lead Producer: Faiza Cheema
In this episode of the Untrapped Podcast, Keith Kalfas gets personal and pretty inspiring as he talks about how even the smallest positive gestures can have a massive impact on the world. He shares some cool stories about passing on the right book at the right time or making a YouTube video when you least feel like it can be life-changing for others. Keith digs into how trusting your gut and doing random acts of kindness aren't just lovely things to do—they can totally transform lives, including your own. He also talks about the highs and potential lows of success, urging everyone to make the most of their unique gifts. It's all about taking action, being kind, and letting your light shine brighter than ever. Tune in for some real talk and motivation to double down on your goodness this year! Check out these episode highlights
How about making the world a little brighter today? Today is the perfect day to do it kasi ang araw na ito ay Random Acts of Kindness Day. Nag-start ito sa America, na umabot sa New Zealand, na sana ay kumalat sa buong mundo. After all, every nation and every person could always use some kindness — to give and receive it.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show
At Yinz Are Good, we share the good stuff - the good news - going on and celebrate the good people who are making it happen. We're here as a reminder that kindness, compassion, and empathy exist and are all around us. In this episode, we're going to hear about community, about those who are helping our neighbors, and about random acts of kindness. And we're going to be inspired. Our featured guests are from Pittsburgh Mercy, the extraordinary community health and wellness provider who has been literally saving lives and helping people heal for decades. Tressa sits down with Tony Beltran (President & CEO), Mike Turk (VP Community & Wellness Services), and Annette Fetchko (Executive Director, Bethlehem Haven) for a powerful and wonderful conversation. Then Don joins Tressa for In Case Yinz Missed It: The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation. Pittsburgh Mercy: https://www.pittsburghmercy.org/ Bethlehem Haven: https://bethlehemhaven.org/ Volunteer Coordinator: Brendan Copp Brendan.Copp@pittsburghmercy.org 412-897-8822 *Follow Pittsburgh Mercy and Bethlehem Haven on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn Random Acts of Kindness Foundation: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/ https://www.yinzaregood.com/ Want to learn more about Yinz Are Good, including all of the guests who've been featured thus far? Check out our website: https://www.yinzaregood.com/ FOLLOW US on social media! Instagram: @yinzaregoodFacebook: @YinzAreGood Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
The message was delivered on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Randy Lewis, Assistant Minister. DESCRIPTION In a world consumed by noise, division, and a relentless demand for judgment, where can we find hope? Beyond the headlines and viral moments lies something quieter, yet infinitely powerful—grace. Grace doesn't scream for attention; it whispers through acts of kindness, forgiveness, and courage, transforming our lives and relationships. What if the good hasn't disappeared but is simply waiting for us to notice it? What if we choose grace over retribution? Through profound stories of human connection and compassion, discover how grace has the power to reshape hearts, reconcile differences, and inspire us to create something better together. SUBSCRIBE TO AUDIO PODCAST: WATCH THIS MESSAGE ON YOUTUBE: SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: GIVE A DONATION TO HELP US SPREAD THIS LOVE BEYOND BELIEF: or text AllSoulsTulsa to 73256 LET'S CONNECT: Facebook: Instagram: All Souls Church Website:
This week we are exploring the wonder of kindness and the magic of wondering at the kindness of human kind. Today Lucie dives into the theme of moral beauty as a bucket of Wonder and explores the topic of kindness in the world today along with sharing some kindness rituals and ideas for this end of year season. In this episode you will learn What is so special about kindness How it prompts wonder Why Kindness is contagious How we can add more feelings of wonder through kindness And some ideas for how we can be kind to ourselves and others. Books mentioned: Awe - Dacher Keltner Human Kind - Rutger Bergman
In this episode, we talk about whether mankind is inherently evil or kind, acts of war and how we never learn from them, exhibiting kindness, techno music, whether there is an age limit to attend a Rave, where are Raves held, a good pair of hiking boots, and I write you a techno song and new intro to the show.
We share our childhood nicknames, helpful driving tips and Chris Stapleton joins us in studio! Plus, Lunchbox offers up random acts of kindness!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meet Kevin Smith, Chief Kindness Chaser of Kindness Worldwide, a non-profit on a mission to spread kindness globally. In this episode, Kevin shares his incredible journey and how a single act of kindness sparked a movement.Together we discuss:✨ The transformative power of kindness and its ripple effect
In today's podcast, we're putting our tips into action by throwing down 12 ways to include Kindness Marketing into your brand's day-to-day communications (and overall) strategy - both online and offline. Follow Anita on www.instagram.com/anitasiek and the team at www.instagram.com/wordfetti
Lawyer and podcaster Kathleen Paley shares strategies for doing good, and making daily life betterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hesham Elgaghil, President of Avondale Dealerships, joins KRLD's David Johnson on this episode of CEO Spotlight.
In the second hour, Steve Pifer from National Security Leaders For America joins the show to talk about Project 2025, Schedule F and why it's imperative to support the independence of Ukraine. To round the show out, Jane tells a story about her vacation and then we hear from you about random acts of kindness. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 10 am - noon across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice, they go a long way! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Jane and the show! Guest: Steve Pifer
Rob and Lach discuss random acts of kindness, this weeks mid year guest recap and our next DBSC coffee catch up. Subscribe to our Dream Big Social Club NEWSLETTER to stay up to date with all things Funny Business + more ~ https://dreambigsocialclub.beehiiv.com/subscribe Web ~ https://linktr.ee/funnybusinesspodcast Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/funnybusiness_au/ LinkedIn ~ Lach / Rob CONTACT ME (Lach) ~ lach@dreambigsocialclub.com
We're reading listeners' random acts of kindness stories! These stories restored our faith in humanity and brought us so much joy so this episode is the perfect way to start or end your day. JOIN OUR PATREON!! patreon.com/sogladwerefriends We are so excited to finally be able to bring you exclusive content! Your support means the world to us SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS! We want to hear from you! Please feel free to send us any questions you may have for us to use in a Q+A and/or any situations you may be in that you want our advice on! sogladwerefriends@gmail.com Anonymous Google Form ——— JOIN OUR COMMUNITY! ——— FOLLOW US! @sogladwerefriends DEVON: @devonandwillo Devon IG Devon TIKTOK Devon YOUTUBE MAGGIE: @maggiewiththedogs Maggie IG Maggie TIKTOK Maggie YOUTUBE BRITTANY: @rosieandbritt // @workingdogmomma @rosieandbritt IG: @rosieandbritt TIKTOK @workingdogmomma IG @workingdogmomma TIKTOK ——————————————————
How often do you set out to feel good but doing good? Here at The Space, we don't believe in karma (in the cosmic sense), but we know kindness has benefits. And the research agrees! LINKS Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestProducer: Adair SheppardEditor: Adrian Walton Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you're like me and you look for ways you can spread kindness in the world, this episode is sure to give you some inspiration on random acts of kindness that you can do today to make the world a better place. Helping other people through random acts of kindness is so good for our own mental and physical health. So not only is it a great way to make the world around you a better place, but it's a great way to help yourself live a happier more fulfilled life too. Tune in for 20 awesome ideas you can do anytime to make someone else feel good and to make yourself feel good too! Resources: Self Care Planner by Simple Self Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call
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“I gave a stranger on the internet money for bras” is a phrase which will usually illicit a series of uncomfortable questions. ‘Was it an onlyfans girl?’ ‘Was it for naked pictures?’ ‘why are you paying people for naked pictures?’ would all be acceptable first reactions to that statement. But Jack gave a stranger on the internet money for nothing in return.
In this episode of The Decision Hour, host Adam Bird sits down with bestselling author, keynote speaker, and cancer survivor Mike Coy. Mike shares his extraordinary journey from baseball player to registered financial consultant, shedding light on the life-changing decision that led him to the insurance and financial planning field. Mike also reveals the powerful inspiration behind his books, "I Choose Live: There's No Cheating Cancer, and We All Have a Choice to Make." and "A Random Act of Kindness." His touching personal story shows the impact of a simple act of kindness and the importance of making life-changing decisions in the face of adversity. This episode is a powerful reminder to prioritize our health and the value of spreading kindness in our daily lives. Join us as we gain insight from Mike's remarkable experiences and learn how we can make impactful choices in our own lives. Mike wants to give YOU the listener a few special gifts! Just click on the link below. Special Audience Giveaway: - Mike's 10 Tips to Prevent Cancer - Chapter 8: I Chose…Live GIVEAWAY URL - mikecoyspeaks.com/gift
Prepare to witness nature's grandest performance as the Total Solar Eclipse of 2024 sweeps across the skies. In this special podcast episode, we delve deep into the science, history, and awe-inspiring beauty of this rare celestial event. Join us as we explore the mechanics behind a total solar eclipse, from the alignment of the sun, moon, and Earth to the mesmerizing phenomenon of totality. Discover the fascinating cultural significance of eclipses throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern-day interpretations. It's a once in a lifetime event for many of us, and I hope you learn something AND enjoy this episode. In addition, we take a quick look at the benefits of Random Acts of Kindness, as well as the favorite board games of the 1960s and 70s. Thank you for taking the time to listen, and please take a moment and share the Rick's Rambles Podcast on your own Social Media and let folks know what you are listening to! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ricksrambles/message
By giving, we come from a place of abundance. Not only is that in itself revitalizing, abundance mindset is the pixie dust that allows our gifts, no matter how small, to be multiplied exponentially. RESOURCES: join the conversation | *Become Your Own Feng Shui Consultant* course become certified | House Therapy Certification buy the book | Simple Shui for Every Day: 365 Ways to Feng Shui Your Life subscribe to the newsletter | Simple Shui follow along | Instagram read | 29 Gifts: How a Month of Giving Can Change Your Life
Miami Cancels Spring Break: Miami attempts to cancel Spring Break but are they also daring people to make the trek? Is this reverse psychology? Mitchell Vest: Man gets busted wandering an antique store in his kilt and stuffing random items up his butt. Jake Paul Vs. Tyson: The sideshow continues! Old Mike Tyson reading to box it out with everyone's favorite influencer, Jake Paul. Also what is Badlands Chugs up to?! TOM BRADY!, MILLIONAIRE!, PATRIOTS!, THE DYNASTY!, BLACK BETTY!, MEME!, EMAIL!, REAL CHINESE!, ARE YOU ALIVE!?, MIAMI BEACH!, SPRING BREAK!, CANCELED!, GOOF!, SNL!, GTA!, FINES!, ALCOHOL!, CRIME!, ORLANDO!, FLORIDA!, PARKING!, BALLING!, DRUNK!, LAS VEGAS!, AIRBNB!, SHORT TERM RENTALS!, VRBO!, FINES!, LICENSING!, MOANA!, DREAMWORKS LAND!, WAY OF WATER!, EPCOT!, THEME PARK!, BUC-EES!, ANTIQUE SHOP!, KILT!, UP HIS BUTT!, SECURITY FOOTAGE!, MITCHELL VEST!, BIRDCAGE!, SPOON!, TOOLS!, DISGUSTED!, BOWLING PIN!, MAKEUP BRUSH!, BB GUNS!, DRAGON BALL Z!, AKIRA TORIYAMA!, SUPER SAIYAN!, REST IN PEACE!, MR POPO!, DRAGON BALL SUPER!, GT!, FAKE BLACK GUY!, SHOES!, NIKE!, BLACK FACE MASK!, JAKE PAUL!, MIKE TYSON!, PUBLICITY!, DESPERATE!, NETFLIX!, UFC!, CLOUT FIGHT!, MICHAEL JORDAN!, SPACE JAM!, BADLANDS CHUGS!, CHINESE SPRITE!, SODA!, MELON SODA!, OREOS!, POTATO CHIPS!, DOING TOO MUCH!, BOOT!, CHUG!, ASMR!, ARIZONA TEA!, MYSTERY BOX!, DYING!, BURP!, HAPPY TEARS ZERO SUGAR!, RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS!, BRIEFCASE!, COKE! You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!
Bad news got you down? Let's fix that right here, right now: Welcome to a very special episode of World Gone Good where we celebrate all the good news a-happenin' from around the globe. From an athlete that's jumping hurdles at 89 years old to the Maui banyan tree sprouting new growth after those devastating fires to good news from our own previous good guests, this is the good news only show that will remind you the world doesn't suck as much as the 24/7 news channels want us to believe. So, what's YOUR good news? Solve the mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk
I had so much fun putting this week's episode together! We dive into the life and times of William Shatner, and what a fascinating life he has led! Then we have a chat about random acts of kindness, and the affect they have on not only us, but those around us. It's a bit of a ripple effect, and we really can make the world a better place with just a little bit of effort. Along with al ist of the best selling candy bars in the USA last year, and the special days of the week, we have a great, fun, and inspiring episode. If you'd like to support the Rick's Rambles podcast, the easiest thing to do is to simply share it on your own social media, and let folks know what you are listening to. If you'd like to support financially, there are two was you can do that. You can purchase a wildlife tracking bracelet from MyFahlo. I LOVE mine and Holly loves hers, also. You can purchase one here. If you'd like to simply buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ricksrambles/message
Time to cover another topic this world is in more need of, and that would be kindness! I think we can often forget how performing simple acts of kindness, generosity, love and respect can make such an impact on the people we encounter everyday. So join me as I chat through some ideas, real stories and why I think this can resonate with all of us! Perfect for a short walk to the coffee shop or store, pop this episode on to hear about:• Stories of real kindness; giving and of receiving.• A variety of ideas you could try from low effort to bigger commitments. • Reflecting on the lasting impact your actions can have on others. I'd love for you to go away from this episode with the question: Where in your homes, neighborhoods or workplace could you sprinkle in just a little bit more kindness? Let's challenge and encourage each other! If this episode inspires you to start a few random acts of kindness, I want to hear about it over on my instagram at @inspiredandmove! Past episode mentioned: The Boomerang Effect of PositivitySeeking community? Come out to BENCHMARK FITNESS!Let's Connect!• Instagram• Website• Facebook• TikTok
Ahead of international Random Acts of Kindness Day, Marnie and the panel look at some of the science behind nature's better nature.Are mother spiders in Africa behind the ultimate act of kindness?How are lightning and lava lamps involved in the quest for a truly random number?And the engineer trying to bring more compassion to the machines we use every day.We also hear about the technology helping archaeologists discover lost worlds in South America, the maths that might benefit your love life, and Marnie receives her very own random act of kindness - a surprise trip to a lab to meet some of the most extraordinary creatures on the planet.Presenter: Marnie Chesterton, with Andrada Fiscutean and Camilla Mota Producer: Dan Welsh, with Tom Bonnett, Katie Tomsett and Alex Mansfield
It's February 14, 2023. Glow is back with news for kids with an Asian American (and beyond) perspective. Today we will learn about:-Cha Eun Woo becoming the spokesperson for The North Face-Wesley So defeating Magnus Carlsen in chess-Sundar Pichai on Google's massive layoffs-Red lanterns in Chinatown..and more!
Welcome to Episode 217. Did you know that February 17th is Random Acts of Kindness Day? My plea is to count yourself in! Moms can perform random acts of kindness and be the recipient of them too! Did you know that when you are kind or generous to others that you can feel a helper's high? I bet you have oodles of ideas of things you can do with your kids and today's guest shares her thoughts on those too. However, what I found fascinating is that, despite being a busy mom of two, Jennifer Klein a seasoned philanthropist and author on the topic of giving, has cracked the code on how to be an everyday philanthropist and reap the rewards of exuding a generous spirit! She's getting that boost in her mental health every week and as a mom I'm know you can use this unstoppable feeling on any given day to change your energy for the maximum! In today's episode, there are also a ton of practical insights and giving ideas fit for a mom with her own business. You'll hear about your options – should you go all in on cause marketing, strategically partnering with a nonprofit, or donate company funds to support a cause that's on your heart? Listen for fresh ways to consider these options. This episode is brought to you by my #1 Amazon bestselling book, Fertile Imagination, A Guide for Stretching Every Mom's Superpower for Maximum Impact. · You can find a link to the Amazon website here: https://www.melissallarena.com/fertileideas/ Ask me anything about this episode, my book, or mom in business life on Instagram · Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissallarena/ Free resources for mom entrepreneurs! · Are you a mom entrepreneur with a big vision? Sign-up for a free 30-minute Business Goal Progress Analysis & Course Correct session https://www.melissallarena.com/sessions/ · Is your business stuck? Take this quiz for moms to maximize your potential - https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/64fb50ebd9dce900148cdff8 · Grab your seat for my free webinar focused on your 2024 ultimate business success Mom Mogul Makeover - https://witty-thinker-2643.ck.page/7e884a0f0a Jennifer Klein Official Bio and Links Jenn Klein, CFRE, CHC, is a world-class and highly respected nonprofit fundraiser, speaker, coach, and one of the most brilliant minds on philanthropy. She is the founder and CEO of You Are A Philanthropist merchandise shop and podcast, a major gift officer for a Catholic school, an independent consultant with Arbonne International, and a proud mother of two boys. For more than 18 years, Jenn has helped nonprofits grow through best fundraising practices and strategies. Jenn also coaches individuals to make healthy lifestyle choices, which, at their core, include giving to charity. Jenn is on a mission to share the benefits of generosity, not just for others but also for yourself and our world. She just published her first book "Giving is Selfish", which can be found on Amazon. · https://www.youareaphilanthropist.com · https://www.instagram.com/_jennklein/ · Giving Is Selfish: https://www.amazon.com/Giving-Selfish-Change-World-Yourself/dp/B0CLK2STJT · Type unimaginablewellness for a 20% off coupon code for any merchandise on youareaphilanthropist.com TRANSCRIPT Jen Klein, welcome to unimaginable wellness. I am so excited. You won the drawing from my Mom Mogul Makeover webinar! Congratulations. Thank you, Melissa. I'm so excited to be here. I'm so excited to win this opportunity. I am excited to have you here just for anyone that's listening and catching this in January, I had the opportunity to deliver a talk for mom moguls and Jennifer won the drawing of appearing as a guest on today's podcast. And so I am so excited to have Jen here. I'm also really excited for this very, like. Secret sneaky reason so not only does Jen Klein have an amazing like business, but it's also in the art of generosity, the spirit of giving, and I was like, holy cow, how perfect is that right to like. Have a lucky winner. Be like a giver and generous human and nonprofit expert. So Jen share with listeners a bit about your background. Certainly share a bit about your book and, and we could just like get into this conversation. I'm excited. You are so kind. Thank you for saying that. I've been a fundraiser for 20 years in nonprofits and it's my passion. And when I became a full time mom about eight years ago, I wanted to continue to stay in my field of fundraising, but found myself a fundraiser without a nonprofit since I became a full time mom. And I decided to start blogging and I blogged about, like you said, the general, the, the good feelings. Of generosity and it was really inspired by a quote that I heard from Denzel Washington and he said giving is selfish and I was shocked. I had to replay it. I thought he said giving is selfless. And that is always what I internalized and believed giving was about was being selfless and he turned it on a dime and made me realize that giving feels good. And so I wrote my book called Giving is Selfish that recently I published on Amazon and it highlights how good it feels to give. I love that. And I think what's, what's really, really compelling and something that I want to just grab onto that you just said, you said that you're a nonprofit professional, but you didn't find yourself having a nonprofit. And I was thinking to myself, well, I will say this. Having three children of my own, there is no profit making in my family. So that's really nonprofit in terms of just the family structure. But, but I get what you're saying. I get what you're saying. And so it, it does flip the thinking on his head as far as giving is. Selfless to selfish. And so I'm sure your book garnered a lot of attention because of its title. I'm wondering, as someone who wrote her own book, myself having written a book, was there something that you learned about yourself as a mom through the actual process of having written this book? I think that's such a great question and something I do discuss in my book about how much I learned about being a mother when I became a mother. As many new moms, I didn't know what to expect. I didn't know what I was in for. And I found myself struggling to work on myself and, and be a good mom. By taking care of myself and so when we practice self care, we are giving to our Children when we are taking care of ourselves, we are inspiring and giving to our Children and I think that was such an important life lesson that I learned from being a full time mom and I to this day and for the rest of my life will balance my giving scale, which is what I mean by that is taking care of myself so that I can take care of others. That sounds like a really important thing to become more self aware of. I know that a lot of mom founders, creators, and entrepreneurs, they have it in their heart to give and having created a business that might be one avenue through which they give. And, and this balance that you mentioned, I'm sure it plays a role also, even in the world of commerce, where someone might want to do some cause marketing, or someone might want to strategically partner with a nonprofit organization. So here's the question that I have and the context that I provide is that I actually started a nonprofit and this was several years ago. But I also had my coaching practice. And so the thinking was, well, let me create a nonprofit so that this way I have full ownership of who gets a scholarship or not, because that was part of what I was going to be contributing. And then of course I spoke to an expert who said, well, Melissa. That's a lot of extra work. It's like having an entire other business. So my balance would have been totally like topsy turvy. I would have been so lopsided. It's not even funny. Jennifer, Jen, as an expert in this space, a mom that wants to have, wants to be mentor and like exhibit to her child, what giving looks like and the benefits, how can someone that's a founder think about doing good through the avenue of their business, but in a way that. They don't end up being so lopsided. I think that was really wise of you to seek counsel and to realize that you don't have the time to commitment that is required to start a non profit. Starting a non profit is something that I also realized. I wasn't able to create, even though it's a wonderful thing to put into the world and that the world needs more of, but I think that there is, especially for mothers who are in business, there are other avenues to pursue in order to give back one could be giving in your example, through a nonprofit for scholarship, or could be giving back in their business. To, to charity. So for me, for example, I give back some proceeds of mine to charity so that I feel connected to my mission, connected to my community and, and I reap the benefits because that feels good. That makes a lot of sense. So then in terms of making that decision, right. And in terms of really having not just a business, but then also a family, like for me, and I'm sure for other listeners, it's like, you feel like you just are giving 24 seven and now we want to add on our long list of to do's another act of. Help us see the social rate of return, right? Or the nonprofit rate of return. I think it's the SROI. I don't know why I'm not getting the exact acronym correctly. You correct me when you answer the question, but how can we get the benefit and not out? Like just drain ourselves to no avail. Like I want to add giving, but at the same time as a parent and a business owner, you give a lot when you're marketing your business. Like you don't get paid for the marketing necessarily. You give a lot as a mom, like for me, three meals a day, I'm giving those out. And now we want to add giving. So why is it that that would make good sense from like an energy perspective, even like Biological perspective. What are some benefits? What's the SROI on giving for a mom entrepreneur who gives all the time? I think it's, I think you're so spot on to recognize the unrecognized work that mothers do giving back to our children is crucial to making the world a better place. So I think starting with the mindset that. What I'm doing at home is really important and feeling successful in that area of your life is, is really an important component to ensuring that you feel good about what you're doing. And really, my message is I want people to feel good about what they're doing at home in their business and in their community. And. If they feel like they have the time to, to donate in some area of their life to a, in their community, they will reap the benefits of better social connection, better mental health, better physical health. It's been proven science that giving back. lowers your blood pressure. So there are physical benefits that we know from science that giving back feels good. So it's not just as Denzel Washington said, something that is. It's intangible that we can't quantify. It's also something that we have quantified through science. Is there like a story, maybe it could be a personal story or someone that's included in your book that you can share with listeners that might be thought provoking or just kind of helpful as far as giving us some sort of next steps, like choosing the best way for us to give, not just so that it bubble wraps our sanity, but that it aligns with even like the business that we might have. Yeah, so I think first of all, I have a podcast called you are a philanthropist where I interviewed 30 philanthropists who I have deemed philanthropists, even though perhaps by society standards, they aren't the millionaires. Giving lots of money to, to charity, but in their everyday lives, they're committing some sort of their time commitment to a charity of their choice. So for me personally, I like to be a soccer coach, which is what I'm doing later in the day today. And I also like to give to my local food pantry, which is about two hours. Every other month I go around my neighborhood, pick up bags from people's porches and deliver it to my food pantry. So that's something that I'm really excited about and something that my children actually do with me now. So I love teaching them about how we have so much and how we can give back. Some of the guests that I interviewed really are inspiring. I encourage your listeners to check it out wherever they find a podcast. For me, I was really inspired by a friend of mine who has a child who is severely disabled and he needs a full time ventilator, full time nurse at home, and yet she has found a way to give back to the Ronald McDonald house. She does a run with him in his wheelchair every year and raises money through, through that run. And she also It gives back through stocking the pantries at the Ronald McDonald house. And her name's Daphne bird singer. If anybody wanted to listen to that episode of the you are philanthropist podcast. So she, she really inspires me in her everyday life. She's giving back to her, her children. She has three children and I'm privileged to know what a great woman she is, how committed she is to her community, her family, and her business. So let me ask you this question as far as personally. So when you actually go through your day and you insert an act of giving, however that might take shape for you, explain to listeners. How you feel after doing that act or during the act, like really get vivid into it, because I want to understand just like what it feels like to give, even as a mom that already has her own like podcast and practice, wrote a book, has kids, like, how does it feel to give for you personally? Yeah, that's a great question. I think for me, I do feel really good about. Doing work in my community and feeling inspired by those who are also doing work in my community and feeling like together we're making a bigger difference. I think sometimes we overlook little acts of charity, little acts of kindness, and, but these little things add up and do make a difference. For example, just holding the door at the Dunkin Donuts for the person behind you, that's an act of kindness. Being kinder to the cashier when maybe someone was not kinder before you. So these everyday acts that I do are, are something that I say to myself, you put some good into the world. You made the world a better place for at least one person. So it sounds to me that anyone can be a philanthropist. That's what I believe. Yeah, that's what it sounds like. And then here's the other thing. So back to someone that has a business, back to someone that has to make a decision, like strategically partner with a nonprofit, donate money in some sort of other way, I don't even know, I can't even imagine right now, maybe like participating in someone's Kickstarter, for example. Or creating their own nonprofit. Is there any sort of wisdom that you can share with us, with listeners who have a business, we want to do good and we want to make a decision, the right decision for us, like choosing path a B or C, like any sort of question that we can hold on to and really just ask ourselves before moving forward in any given direction. So I think finding what you're most passionate about is the key to. Your success with giving back for me, that's my local food pantry and for others that might be a mental health organization or a cancer research organization, whatever it is that you find yourself that you want to commit your time to, you should pursue that. Because if you're not passionate about giving back, it is going to be draining and it's not going to be fulfilling and where your passion leads you is where you should go. Got it. That makes, so that makes sense because it's the same in terms of a business, right? Like if you're not passionate about it, even if the market opportunity is gigantic, it's going to feel more draining because it's like you need a lift. Like as a mom entrepreneur, like we need every lift that we could possibly imagine. And this is so not about plastic surgery, even though the thought just popped in my mind, but maybe I could use a lift there too, but I choose not to at this stage of my life. But I think. Any opportunity that a mom has to go in the direction that excites her beyond belief, like we're talking like giddy, like, Oh my gosh, I cannot believe I had the opportunity to do this today with them. Like, if you feel that, then I would say that could be like the next step, right? So you have this like for profit entity, let's imagine, let's say you're a coach or whatever. And it makes sense for you to somehow be involved with dress for success as an example. Well, maybe the way that you participate does depend on what you can give. Like you might have old suits, right? And right now we're like Zoom culture, cozy culture. So do you really need like that suit? I know. Don't so that's like one way, but then the other side of it is having tried it myself, just as like heads up sort of thing for anyone that's listening and Jen Klein, like your own sort of experiences, like the option is there to create like your own nonprofit, but be mindful that it actually does feel like a whole other business. Yes. So. I would say personally, as my own guidance, I know that organizations I've worked with, they've been successful with cause marketing. And for them, the tie in is that there's some sort of connection between the brand promise of the for profit product and the actual organization with which you partner. So like Dawn is a great example, the dishwashing detergent and like cleaning ducts in some oil water way. And so that makes sense. But I think Additionally, you know what Jen said as far as the passion side of the house, I think that's absolutely important because specifically as a mom, you need that lift. And so Jen, this has been really helpful. I think your perspective as anyone can be a philanthropist is like the big takeaway that I'm getting. And I also think that If we think about motherhood, not so much as like straight up philanthropy, but it kind of is in its own way. I really do think it kind of is in its own way, but it's a way that is legacy building, right? Like your DNA gets passed on. So you, you certainly reap the rewards. So Jen Klein, where can people continue to learn about you and your book and what you do? You should go to my website. You are a philanthropist. com. They can find more information about me on there, as well as look at my book, giving a selfish on Amazon. And I did give a discount to your listeners. If they type in coupon code unimaginable wellness, they can get a discount, a 20 percent discount on my merchandise, which celebrates philanthropy. I'm also on Instagram and I love to connect there as well. Underscore Jen Klein. Beautiful. Thank you, Jen. So as far as bubble wrapping your own sanity, your own sanity, like you've got soccer going on, you've got work within your local community, like. What's like one tangible thing that you do in order to stay sane? That's such a great question. And I am excited to say I'm getting a massage later today. So I have a monthly subscription to my local massage and I am very excited about that. I'm excited for you. I am like, like now I'm inspired. I'm like, okay, yeah, I should, I should do the same. And I think it's. The funny thing about a massage is that it is self care for sure. And it does feel good, but there's like these benefits that somehow are additive, even to like business owners in a super tangible way, as far as like the stress levels that we have, I was reading the five o'clock 5 AM club. I don't know if you know that book by Robin, I think it's Sharma or something. And that's part of his protocol. It's like two massages every week, and that can help make you like tip top performer. And so I think what you're doing is, is self care. It's self it's giving to yourself and it makes you a happier giver to everyone else. So thank you for that tip. You're welcome. And if you don't schedule it monthly, it'll never happen. Amen to that. I totally know I have zero massages in the whole 2024 right now. So now you've got me going on that. Thank you, Jen, so much. Thank you, Melissa. Thanks for having me. Here are the three things that really captured my attention with regards to the conversation with Jen. The first point is that you can be a philanthropist. You do not require an inordinate amount of time, nor millions or billions of dollars. And I think that is refreshing because even a Random act of kindness today, again, in light of February 17th is something that is going to give you those giving benefits that Jen spoke of. The second point is that Jen did say that giving has biological benefits. And I think if you want to really think about ways to bubble wrap your sanity as a mom, entrepreneur, founder, or creator. This offers a very productive solution. So if you actually intend to give in any sort of way, whether it's your time or even your skills, please be aware it might be selfish and that is okay. The third point is that Jen and I really talked about this idea that should you start your own nonprofit? Let's say that you have a for profit organization or business or consultancy practice, and you're thinking about a nonprofit. Is this a path that makes sense for you? Is this going to make business sense? Is this going to be in alignment with the amount of time you have to give on a weekly basis to your business? Well, from my perspective and Jen's, it's really important to understand that creating a nonprofit is an entire business in and of itself. And if you feel like you can be at the helm of leadership in both entities at the same time and be a mom, then God bless you. And I definitely support you. So let me know how I can help you really make that true. Otherwise, there are options such as cause marketing and donating actual money from your business to an organization that makes sense, given what Jen said. So given your passion, which that is going to help give you the lift you need and be invigorated by your donations or your giving, or given in alignment with the services that you offer and your main value proposition. Please be aware, this is really strategic and it's something that I could absolutely support you with. Reach out to me on Instagram at Melissa Lerina. This is in the show notes at M E L I S S A L L A R E N A. Let me know if you would like some guidance pertaining to the very next step with regards to your business. Oftentimes we don't know what we don't know. So get on the phone with me. Let me know how I can be of service. What question is on your mind? So I could help answer it or point you in the best direction. I am someone who truly believes that through networking, we can each find our angels. And in that way, I want to support you this very week. So go ahead. Do not be shy. Get on Instagram at Melissa Llarena. Hope you enjoyed this conversation. Be sure to share this with one mom entrepreneur in that very way you are actually giving. And again, February 17th is a random act of kindness day. So celebrate it as Jen suggested. And I hope you do get that massage just like Jen shall be doing. Thank you again.
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