1. Be Earth friendly, and use your car only when you have to. I know, I know. You've heard this one before. But every little thing counts, and walking or biking is much more fun and better for your health.
2. Volunteer for a non-profit organization, or if you don't have the time to volunteer, you can usually set up a regular donation. That way, you can contribute to a great cause without lifting a finger.
3. Speak up about an issue in your community. For example, talk to local principals about the importance of keeping fine art in schools, or start a campaign to clean up a nearby park.
4. Make a goal to accomplish one good deed everyday. You could help an elderly person across a street, donate an item to Goodwill or the Salvation Army, or even just smile at or talk to a stranger. Even the most trivial of tasks can brighten someone's day.
5. Garden. If you have a house with a yard, plant a tree or some flowers. If you live in an apartment, you could make a miniature herb garden that can be placed indoors, on a balcony, or in a window box. Plants do wonders for the environment and also just look nice. Believe me, the streets of a crowded city are so much prettier when people invest a little time in gardening.
6. Remember the golden rule. Treat others as you would like to be treated. Basically, just be a considerate person. Greet everybody with kindness, and don't spread harmful rumors that are rooted in hate. However, if someone is being cruel, don't be afraid to stand up for yourself or others.
7. Think of three things that you are grateful for, and thank the wonderful people that make those things possible.
8. Count to ten before you hit "send." Texting and emails can destroy friendships and relationships if incorrectly worded. Make sure that you are not typing anything that you wouldn't say to their face.
9. Put others above yourself. This one is pretty easy. If everybody helped each other instead of focusing on themselves, life would be much more pleasant.
10. Don't use any more than you have to. Millions of dollars go to waste everyday. People eat too much food while others are starving. They waste money on things that they do not need or could easily make themselves. If you shop smart and don't consume in excess, you will have more money to contribute to worthier places.
2. Volunteer for a non-profit organization, or if you don't have the time to volunteer, you can usually set up a regular donation. That way, you can contribute to a great cause without lifting a finger.
3. Speak up about an issue in your community. For example, talk to local principals about the importance of keeping fine art in schools, or start a campaign to clean up a nearby park.
4. Make a goal to accomplish one good deed everyday. You could help an elderly person across a street, donate an item to Goodwill or the Salvation Army, or even just smile at or talk to a stranger. Even the most trivial of tasks can brighten someone's day.
5. Garden. If you have a house with a yard, plant a tree or some flowers. If you live in an apartment, you could make a miniature herb garden that can be placed indoors, on a balcony, or in a window box. Plants do wonders for the environment and also just look nice. Believe me, the streets of a crowded city are so much prettier when people invest a little time in gardening.
6. Remember the golden rule. Treat others as you would like to be treated. Basically, just be a considerate person. Greet everybody with kindness, and don't spread harmful rumors that are rooted in hate. However, if someone is being cruel, don't be afraid to stand up for yourself or others.
7. Think of three things that you are grateful for, and thank the wonderful people that make those things possible.
8. Count to ten before you hit "send." Texting and emails can destroy friendships and relationships if incorrectly worded. Make sure that you are not typing anything that you wouldn't say to their face.
9. Put others above yourself. This one is pretty easy. If everybody helped each other instead of focusing on themselves, life would be much more pleasant.
10. Don't use any more than you have to. Millions of dollars go to waste everyday. People eat too much food while others are starving. They waste money on things that they do not need or could easily make themselves. If you shop smart and don't consume in excess, you will have more money to contribute to worthier places.