TRY THE 21-DAY KINDNESS CHALLENGE!

[MikeKrausArt]

We are delighted that you can join the experiment in being the change.  The suggested action for the day are listed below.  Some inspiration and tips for putting it into action are shared on the links.  We will also have our own private feed, where you can share your stories as well as interact with those from other participants at: www.kindspring.org/challenge/join/2153

By becoming more aware of our values and practicing them in our daily lives, we begin to rewire our habits and tune into a deeper sense of joy, abundance and connection.  Looking forward to that shared journey together!

With gratitude,

Mike Kraus 

Daily Actions: Start at the beginning, binge several in a day, pick and choose, go out of order.  Whatever works best for you.  And most importantly, HAVE FUN!

WEEK 1

Day 1: Pay Forward a Surprise Treat: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226290375141461&set=gm.403101601837815

Day 2: Reconnect With An Old Friend: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226295721275111&set=gm.403845205096788

Day 3: Gift Your Favorite Book: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226300196626992&set=gm.404568995024409

Day 4: Thank A Public Servant Today: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226305148150777&set=gm.405378404943468

Day 5: Share An Inspiring Story With Friends: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226309872188875&set=gm.406010948213547

Day 6: Beautify Your Neighborhood: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226314719150046&set=gm.406800211467954

Day 7: Send A Handwritten Note: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226319999722057&set=gm.407531521394823

WEEK 2

Day 8: Give Up Complaining for a Day: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226326017272492&set=gm.408199891327986

Day 9: Surprise Someone With Flowers: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10226330581306590&set=gm.408879584593350

Day 10: Give Away Something You Treasure: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226334756610970&set=gm.409568634524445

Day 11: Pay-Forward A Kindness Received: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10226339721455088&set=gm.410345357780106 

Day 12: Donate Clothing Or Household Goods: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226344727380233&set=gm.411041227710519

Day 13: Make a New Friend: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226348711319829&set=gm.411678804313428

Day 14: Call A Loved One: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226353376476455&set=gm.412335717581070

WEEK 3

Day 15: Make Something with Your Hands: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226357974191395&set=gm.412966870851288

Day 16: Spend 15 Minutes In Silence: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10226362752710855&set=gm.413610220786953

Day 17: Compliment Two People Today: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226367217542473&set=gm.414304110717564

Day 18: Make Time To Listen To Someone: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226371542810602&set=gm.414902330657742

Day 19: Choose Your Own Kindness Adventure!: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226376114884901&set=gm.415553690592606

Day 20: Give Back To The Earth: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226384550015774&set=gm.416161840531791

Day 21: Start A Gratitude Journal: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226390897574459&set=gm.416811703800138

CONGRATULATIONS On Completing the 21-Day Kindness Challenge!

We came together in the spirit of spreading good. Over these weeks, you've spread smiles, and in so doing, you bridged hearts from students to teachers, neighbors, friends, parents, siblings, and beyond. We heard stories of individuals cheering each other on -- and people stepping past habitual patterns and excuses to touch the lives of schoolmates, families, friends and perfect strangers in creative, unscripted ways. We learned afresh from each other, and from our own experiences, that there is an alchemy to giving. And that kindness begets kindness. May we never stray far from that insight. If you'd like to reflect deeper on your journey over these past 3 weeks, this reflection tool has helpful questions.

What's Next?
The 21-Day Kindness Challenge is behind you -- and yet this is only the beginning. There are many paths forward from here. Here are a few step-it-up opportunities:

1) Keep the Kindness Going! Turn your 21-day challenge into 42 by going through this challenge again. This time, focus on new activities that stretch you a little further. As psychologists say, "Use it or lose it." Flex your kindness muscles by finding subtler and more creative ways to connect through kindness. To access our idea archives, visit: https://www.kindspring.org/ideas/

2) Try A Different Challenge. Deepen your kindness muscles by taking on a new 21-day challenge. Grow in gratitude, mindfulness, eco-friendliness, and beyond at: https://www.kindspring.org/challenge/

3) Share Your Inspiration. Share your gratitude and pay forward this opportunity by practicing a challenge with another group in your life - perhaps your family, a sports team, club, or other community.

4) Focus On One Action. Build on your practice by focusing on 1 particular approach for 21 days (instead of a new idea every day). Share your reflections either in your group or online.

We look forward to staying connected with you and hope you'll continue to share stories and reflections on your adventures in giving.

[MikeKrausArt]

NOW OPEN!!!  Let's have a wonderful holiday season by sharing our creations at the WINTER HOLIDAY ART FESTIVAL!!!  We'll be having fun at: 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1934458910278595

SUPPORT OUR BRAVE AND COURAGEOUS UKRAINIAN TEAMMATES!

https://community.etsy.com/t5/art/SUPPORT-OUR-BRAVE-UKRAINIAN-TEAMMATES/m-p/137895549#M4277741

[StoreUtsavFashion]

This is beautiful Mike. While I already follow a lot of these points, but still will try keep an order, as mentioned above. They all are connecting to your lovely artwork too on each page. Keep up the awesome work you are doing Mike, as an artist, as well as a co-seller, taking all of us together on the success journey. More power to you. God bless!  

[MikeKrausArt]

@StoreUtsavFashion You are so kind.  It's been a joy having you as a friend on our artistic journey.  HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

[MikeKrausArt]

NOW OPEN!!!

Do you want a successful holiday season?

FABULOUS FALL ART FESTIVAL!

Kick off the holiday season with friends and fun.  Meet hundreds of artists and countless customers.  How happy are you with your traffic and sales?

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1934458910278595

[MikeKrausArt]

Do you want to make more sales this Spring?  Then Join the 

BRING SPRING ART FESTIVAL

Join hundreds of shops and countless customers as we prepare for Spring.  Share your creations, make new friends, and spruce up your home at: 

https://www.facebook.com/events/1060097501884160