What Have You Done Today?

It's an easy question- I've gone shopping, went for a walk, changed/fed/played with the baby... but what have I really DONE?  Have I changed the world?  Made a difference?   Those things are all so hard....

Or are they?  In this world of technological advancement, we can make a difference without getting out of our chairs.

• 'Like' a charity page on Facebook to help spread awareness
• Donate online  
• Email a company who uses unethical manufacturing practises or harms the environment.  
• Contact your state MP about improving your local area. 
• Champion a local cause or create your own.  My daughter and I are discussing how to make her school more environmentally aware, through things like the nude food policy- more on that later!  
• Research ways to live more sustainably and reduce your carbon footprint.  
• Learn- you can sign up to newsletters and follow topics or websites so you can be more informed about the world around you.  
• Find a charity- use the amazing resource in front of you (your computer) to find a charitable organization that reflects your passions and beliefs, and promote them where you can- use Facebook and other social networks, email friends to raise awareness and research ways to get involved with the work they do.  You might even find yourself inspired to hold a fund raising event!

You never know- sometimes the smallest thing can make its way around the world and make the biggest difference!