Give Back

We need to focus more on giving back and making a difference. Posts in this category encourage you to do that by showcasing others who are doing their bit for humans, animals and the planet. Plus, science says helping others is good for you.

 

National Give Something Away Day: 11 Ways to Declutter (& Give Back)

National Give Something Away Day: 11 Ways to Declutter (& Give Back)

Tomorrow is National Give Something Away Day. That’s a mouthful, which is why a lot of folks opt for the abbreviation: Give Away Day. I prefer to think of it as the perfect opportunity to declutter and make a difference at the same time. Spoken like a true minimalist. We’re all about win/wins here at…

Giving Tuesday: A Refreshing Antidote to Black Friday (and Cyber Monday)
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Giving Tuesday: A Refreshing Antidote to Black Friday (and Cyber Monday)

As the name suggests, Giving Tuesday is all about giving. After the hedonistic mayhem that is Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the weekend in-between, a day centred purely around altruism comes as a welcome palate cleanser. Lemon sorbet anyone? Giving Tuesday kicks off the charitable season, a time of year when we tend to focus…

5 Inspiring Kids That Are Making a Difference in the World

5 Inspiring Kids That Are Making a Difference in the World

Be honest, how many times have you thought about making a difference and then done nothing because you felt overwhelmed by the enormity of the world’s problems? You’re not alone, most of us allow ourselves to be scared into inaction instead of just doing what we can. It’s not a good enough excuse though. As Robert…