Despite our seemingly increased tech social connections, we are all now more disconnected than ever. A new study featured below shows loneliness is at epidemic levels with only 50% of Americans reporting meaningful in-person social interactions on a daily basis. This is especially affecting our young. Let’s also make sure we connect with neighbors, friends and strangers in person again! – Ameeta
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| “If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten we belong to each other.” – Mother Teresa |
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| Editor’s Note: Despite our seemingly increased tech social connections, we are all now more disconnected than ever. A new study featured below shows loneliness is at epidemic levels with only 50% of Americans reporting meaningful in-person social interactions on a daily basis. This is especially affecting our young. Let’s also make sure we connect with neighbors, friends and strangers in person again! – Ameeta |
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| Kindness In the News |
| For 60 years, one man saved 2.4 million babies with blood donation. James Harrison, the Man with the Golden Arm, donated blood every 2 weeks for 60 years. His unique gift helped Rh- moms worldwide. |
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| From Our Members |
| Tony, a regular plasma donor, invited his family and friends to donate blood and blood products, instead of holding a 65th birthday party. Over his birthday week, 35 people shared the gift of life. |
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| Inspiring Video of the Week |
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| Upbeat story from Turkey |
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A photograph of a poor young Syrian refugee in Turkey staring longingly into a gym went viral, and inspired the sports club’s owner to give him a lifetime membership. |
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| In other news … |
| Loneliness is at epidemic levels in the US at nearly 50% of the population. Surprisingly, it’s the youngest generation that’s most afflicted. |
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| KindSpring is a 100% volunteer-run platform that allows everyday people around the world to connect and deepen in the spirit of kindness. Current subscribers: 145,277
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