compassion in action from the inside out
We hope this email finds you enjoying this strange summer, and finding time to practice peace within yourself. As coronavirus cases spike and we face looming prospects of a longer shelter-in-place, we’ve compiled some resources for you, including practices to encourage restful sleep and cultivate a mindful approach to the uncharted waters we’re wading through.
To memorialize and honor the numerous Black individuals who have been killed by police or vigilantes, and to declare our support for the Black Lives Matter movement, we are collecting paper and fabric flowers from the community.
The flowers will adorn the portraits of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor being painted by Julie Atkinson, a member of the Mindful Littles community and co-facilitator of the Mindful Littles’ racial justice presentations, Engaging Families on Race: Dialogue, Art & Action.
Our goal is to have flowers of all different shapes, sizes, textures, and colors to frame the portraits of George and Breonna. Make as many as you like!
Read more about this project & download printable flowers to decorate and contribute to this powerful community art project!
A Letter from Lisa, our magical Editor in Chief:
Talking about topics like race or sexual orientation is sometimes uncomfortable. But at Mindful Littles, we’re up for uncomfortable. That’s because we believe compassion is the perfect companion for discomfort. When we meet ourselves and others with compassion, we’re ready to listen, empathize and make change.
Which brings me to rainbows. I’ve been thinking a lot about rainbows lately. Yes, I’m sure it has to do with the fact that June is Pride Month, but I think it also has to do with the national protests calling for racial justice. Read More >
A letter from Lisa, our magical Editor in Chief
Talking about topics like race or sexual orientation is sometimes uncomfortable. But at Mindful Littles, we’re up for uncomfortable. That’s because we believe compassion is the perfect companion for discomfort. When we meet ourselves and others with compassion, we’re ready to listen, empathize and make change.
We were honored to have had the opportunity to connect with two Lamorinda Activists this week, after hearing them speak at the Orinda Peaceful Protest. Ava and Kaylyn provided great insights on their personal experiences with racism, and suggestions on what we can all do next to keep “fighting the good fight” towards racial justice. Read more >
(Orinda only)
Need: no-contact errands determined with individual by phone
Contact: Email Cathy or call 925-402-4506 for details
Need: uplifting cards and comfort blankets
Contact: Karen Boccabella at 925-478-7327 or email Tina
Painting colorful, inspirational Kindness Rocks to deliver to neighbors is a creative way to show kindness. Add a personal postcard and watch the kindness spread!
When we witness a kind act, it actually improves our mood, making it more likely we too will be kind. Here are a few inspiring kindness projects and activities to help you spread a little kindness into the world.
Gratitude means appreciating what we have instead of worrying about what we don’t have. It may sound simple, but cultivating gratitude takes intention and practice. Here are a few of our favorites ways you and your family can grow your gratitude practice together.