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This week’s podcast talks about challenging things that we were experiencing back in 2022, when my original article was written, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical conflicts, and economic hardships, and acknowledging that things "suck" right now. Despite these difficulties, I emphasize that individuals do not have to succumb to negativity and can choose to foster positive attitudes, highlighting the power of individual action, and that even small acts of kindness and contribution can create significant ripple effects and make a difference. Engaging in benevolent acts benefits not only others but also one's own well-being, leading to improved mood and health. Ultimately, I encourage personal well-being as a prerequisite for helping others, advocating for self-care alongside community involvement to improve the world.

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References:

https://medium.com/dose-of-wonder/the-world-sucks-right-now-424f24a4598b The World Sucks Right Now (but we don’t have to) by Caitlin McColl

How One Person Can Make a Lasting Impact in the World — https://www.waterford.org/education/how-to-change-the-world/

The Butterfly Effect: Everything You Need to Know About This Powerful Mental Model — https://fs.blog/the-butterfly-effect/

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