The Power of Small Actions

Happy Day, my Friends!

In a world facing numerous challenges, from environmental crises to social injustices, nations against nations, and a divided country, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and powerless. However, in the last newsletter, I mentioned how amidst the apparent chaos, I am witnessing change in the right direction on an individual level. The truth is, each of us has the potential to make a positive difference through small, everyday actions. As the Newsboys beautifully sing in their song, "That's How You Change the World," it's the little things we do when nobody's around that can light up the darkest corners of our world.

We can’t deny there are many ways we can help and make a difference in our world. The numerous nonprofit organizations and ministries dedicated to helping those in need are a testimony to this fact. Volunteering, donating, and supporting local communities are essential ways of recognizing and addressing the needs around us. However, the small actions I am talking about are those that might go unnoticed by the majority of people around us but have a great impact on the person being addressed. These simple acts of kindness, hope, and love can create ripples of change and transformation.

Small gestures like smiles, kind words, and helping hands can make a significant difference in someone's day. A simple smile as you walk down the street, a kind gesture with your hand saying “Hi” and/or a kind word can brighten someone's day. These small gestures create a sense of connection and warmth with minimum effort but great rippling effects. Of course, we can use our helping hands as our hearts lead us to, whether it's holding a door open, giving directions to someone lost, picking up a pen they dropped, or offering your seat to an elderly person. These small gestures lift the recipient's spirits, giving them hope.

Another way to spread hope and positivity is by creating an environment where people feel supported. This can be done by leaving positive notes for strangers, writing encouraging messages on social media, or simply offering a word of encouragement to someone who seems down. What better way to transform the environment you are in, whether at home, at work, at church or elsewhere, than by infusing hope and positivity? Offer a genuine compliment to someone for their work and effort, send a thank-you note or text for their dedication, or simply recognize their presence. These acts not only uplift others but also foster a culture of gratitude and positivity.

Sometimes, the best way to spread hope is just by being present for someone in their moments of need. It can be by providing something they need, offering words of encouragement, compassion, love, and support, or simply being present in silence. In that silence, we can pray to “The-All-That-Is” to shower that person with grace, love, comfort, and peace. Or we can intend for spiritual, emotional, and/or physical healing.

On other occasions, just the act of listening and showing empathy can be incredibly comforting to those who feel unheard. Taking the time to genuinely listen to someone, without judgment or distraction, can make them feel valued and understood. This act of empathy can bridge gaps, mend relationships, and build a more compassionate community.

Finally, in this world of division, and as we bring unity, one small way that can bring a significant impact is by thinking twice before responding to what we perceive as an offense. If you can't find a word to respond from a position of compassion or empathy, better say nothing at all. Let it go… In the heat of the conversation, we lose the right state of mind and most likely will regret what comes from our mouth… Let it go… and retake the conversation later on when both are in a place of compassion. This is a small big action that can change the trajectory of this world to higher grounds.

Performing acts of kindness without expecting anything in return has a profound impact because they come from a place of genuine care. These small acts can not only relieve people’s immediate burden but also restore their faith in humanity, encouraging them to pay it forward in the future. It's also important to remember that change doesn't have to be grand or dramatic. It is the accumulation of small, consistent actions that lead to significant change. The beauty of small actions is that each one of us, on the individual plane, is the driving force. We don't need anything but the desire to change the world for the better. This is our power.

As the song "That's How You Change the World" reminds us, it's often the smallest actions that have the most significant impact. Every kind word, that simple smile, the little gesture contributes to a tidal wave of positive change. As you go about your journey to become the best version of yourself, remember that change starts with you. Embrace the little things, and watch how they can transform the world around you. Let's all commit to making a difference, one small act at a time. That's how you change the world.

The small actions mentioned here are mere examples. There are millions of ways to show small positive actions that pave the way for a bright and better world. Comment below how you are changing the world.

With Unconditional Love,

Coach Edna

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