Share Your Kindness With Others

Every day is a great day to practice kindness, but did you know that September is home to the #BeKind21 initiative? Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation hosts #BeKind21 annually and calls on participants to practice an act of kindness each day from September 1st to September 21st with the mission of building kinder, more connected communities that foster mental wellness.

As caring adults, it’s important for us to lead by example. Now is a great time to do a random act of kindness each day and show young people how they can get involved, too! Take time to talk with youth about how they might practice kindness for their peers and their community. It doesn’t have to be a huge gesture. Giving a small compliment or being an active listener when someone is speaking can be a great way to show someone you appreciate them.

Looking for inspiration? Learn more about how the Pittsburgh community is contributing to the #BeKind21 initiative through our friends over at When You Wonder!