So on May 5th, some of the leading philanthropists sat in a closed meeting to discuss world issues, and how to promote philanthropy. Oprah, Bill Gates, to name a few.
These guys are leaders and visionaries and how cool was it to know that they care so much, they are willing to put all ego aside, get down to the nitty gritty and make huge change.

All that being said, this might leave some people feeling that they wish that they could do more to give back but just can’t afford it right now.
You know, if we all made a collective effort, whether it means giving time, giving compassion or just doing something for someone without expecting anything in return, that’s great too…

There is so much disturbance in the world at the moment, it’s hard to think that people could-actually do inhumane things to their fellow man. Did you see that poor guy in Miami yesterday being attacked in his wheelchair?..come on!!!
Even in your local neighborhood, there is someone who needs a friend or someone to just help them with their groceries, you know, that person can be you!

The most emails I get from people every week say the same thing. “How can I help? What can I do? And the most asked question is, How do I start?

First of all, if you have children, be a role model, if it’s making sure you say thank you a little more often, guess what, they learn from you and are like sponges. My theory is if everyone would just be a little more polite (obviously with or without kids) it would eliminate animosity, anger and yes even road rage!
Wouldn’t it be great to take that a few steps further and the whole polite thing led to world peace…wow.

Furthermore, find out what you are passionate about helping and get involved. Call up that particular charitable organization and see if they need volunteers. I know we are always looking for help as we sponsor so may events. Don’t be afraid to pick up the phone or pop in to see your organization of choice, trust me they are always receptive to kind good hearted people that want to help.

Start today. Say thank you, hold a door open, even call that friend you had an argument with, you know that argument you can’t even remember what it was about!
You see this is a domino effect, giving to charity or to each other will become a normal way of life.
Philanthropy journal quotes “ about one in 10 respondents say they are volunteering more because of the deteriorating economy” go to www.philanthropyjournal.org/news/donors-split-2009-giving for the full and interesting article.

You see, we are all Rockstars,Oprahs and Bill Gates, if we work together and with the power the social media has today, all our small differences make a huge change.
I get really excited when I see the growth movement on twitter.
The movement for social change
.
We are all trying to do our bit, how cool is that!

For more information about Better Life or to volunteer with us please visit our website www.betterlifebrands.com

So on May 5th, some of the leading philanthropists sat in a closed meeting to discuss world issues, and how to promote philanthropy. Oprah, Bill Gates, to name a few.
These guys know they are leaders and visionaries and how cool was it to know that they care so much, they are willing to put all ego aside and get down to where they can really make a difference.

All that being said, this might leave some people feeling that they wish that they could do more to give back but just can’t afford it right now.
You know, if we all made a collective effort, whether it means giving time, giving compassion or just doing something for someone without expecting anything in return, that’s great too…

There is so much disturbance in the world at the moment, it’s hard to think that people could-actually do inhumane things to their fellow man, did you see that poor guy in Miami yesterday being attacked in his wheelchair…come on!!!
Even in your local neighborhood, there is someone who needs a friend or someone to just help them with their groceries, you know, that person can be you!

The most emails I get from people every week say the same thing. “How can I help? What can I do? And the most asked question is, How do I start?

First of all, if you have children, be a role model, if it’s making sure you say thank you a little more often, guess what, they learn from you and are like sponges. My theory is if everyone would just be a little more polite (obviously with or without kids) it would eliminate animosity, anger and yes even road rage!
Wouldn’t it be great to take that a few steps further and the whole polite thing led to world peace…wow.

Furthermore, find out what you are passionate about helping and get involved. Call up that particular charitable organization and see if they need volunteers. I know we are always looking for help as we sponsor so may events. Don’t be afraid to pick up the phone or pop in to see your organization of choice, trust me they are always receptive to kind good hearted people that want to help.

Start today. Say thank you, hold a door open, even call that friend you had an argument with, you know that argument you can’t even remember what it was about!
You see this is a domino effect, giving to charity or to each other will become a normal way of life.
Philanthropy journal quotes “ about one in 10 respondents say they are volunteering more because of the deteriorating economy” go to www.philanthropyjournal.org/news/donors-split-2009-giving for the full and interesting article.

You see, we are all Rockstars,Oprahs and Bill Gates, if we work together and with the power the social media has today, all our small differences make a huge change.
I get really excited when I see the growth movement on twitter.
The movement for social change.
We are all trying to do our bit, how cool is that!

For more information about Better Life or to volunteer with us please visit our website www.betterlifebrands.com