Everyday Kindness: Warrior Wyatt is Inspiring Kindness
Jason Hattrick
USA
Warrior Wyatt is Inspiring Kindness
On October 26th Jason Hattrick of Life Vest Inside deployed a “Kindness Sting” as part of our Inspiring Kindness Law Enforcement Initiative for Warrior Wyatt. Wyatt has what is called a Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) which are highly aggressive and difficult to treat brain tumors found at the base of the brain. This type of tumor affects only about 300 kids per year between the ages of 5 to 11 years old. It is incurable and will eventually take Wyatt's life. His treatments have concluded with the hopes that it may extend his life, not a lot, but some. Wyatt has good energy currently, loves parties, enjoys the simple things in life and is filled with joy. His family is focusing currently on simply building memories for their family as they know their time is limited. So today, we were inspired by Wyatt and made him an Ambassador of Kindness and a Deputy for a Day!
A special thanks to the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, Ridgefield Mayor, Police and Fire, Flames & Jr. NBA, Hockinson Girl’s Soccer Team, Fox12, Clark County Today and everyone involved in making this day happen.
More to come!
- Edited by Jason Hattrick
Reflections on Generosity
Reflections on Generosity
by Orly Wahba
Generosity doesn’t measure or take accounting. Generosity doesn’t wait to be repaid or cashed in at some opportune moment. True generosity is giving simply to give, loving simply to love, uplifting simply to uplift. When we consider whether we practice generosity in our day to day lives, it’s important to reflect and ask ourselves why we give and what do we expect to receive through giving. Only we can answer that very difficult question. We are all interconnected and the skills, talents, connections we have are not meant to be hoarded, they are meant to be shared. We are in fact meant to open our eyes, our hearts and our minds to solve this puzzle we call life. How can what I have in my toolbox, further the growth of the world in a positive way? This is the question we should in fact be answering as opposed to asking, “How will giving to so and so or doing something for so and so give back to me?” Giving in and of itself is a privilege, never forget it. By giving we become part of something far greater than ourselves, we become catalysts for positive change in the world, we in fact fulfill our life’s purpose. But if we fear that we can only give if we can clearly see the return, then we are in for a life of disappoint, frustration and ultimate collapse. The reason true generosity may seem unnatural is because it has been ingrained in us that if a situation isn’t a win win, then why give? But that couldn’t be further from the truth. We can’t see the larger puzzle of life, we aren’t privy to it. However what we can trust is that the actions of one individual has an impact on the life of another and so our choices to give or to walk away will in fact impact us at some point or another.
Over the month of generosity, contemplate where your generosity is coming from. Only through acknowledgement can we work to repair something within ourselves.
The Daily Kindness Digest #704

Kindness Quote
“The more you thank life, the more life gives you to be thankful for.”
Unknown

Act of Kindness
Sincerely say thank you to the cashier at a store. Even though it’s their job, this simple gesture can replace a negative interaction they may have had and give them reason to keep smiling.

Positive Affirmation
Today I am grateful. I appreciate who people are more than what they do for me.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #702

Kindness Quote
“If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way.”
Martin Luther King Jr.

Act of Kindness
Return a cart for someone at the grocery store. A seemingly small act may make a big difference in someone’s day.

Positive Affirmation
Today I am there for others to help in a way that they need.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #701

Kindness Quote
“Don’t judge your insides by other people’s outsides.”
Unknown

Act of Kindness
Tell someone that you see them and share something that you really like about their personality.

Positive Affirmation
Today I confident in myself. There’s no need to compare myself to anyone else.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #700

Kindness Quote
“Wherever you are, be all there.”
Jim Elliott

Act of Kindness
Go outside and just look up at the sky and internalize your surroundings without any influence. Just be.

Positive Affirmation
Today I am here. I live in each and every moment.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #699

Kindness Quote
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.”
Lao Tzu

Act of Kindness
Do that one thing you’ve been putting off. Answer that email, make that call, run that errand. You can do it. Just take the next step.

Positive Affirmation
Today I take control of making the solo moments of my day count.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #698

Kindness Quote
“Nothing is impossible, the word itself says “I’m possible”.
Audrey Hepburn

Act of Kindness
Tell a friend, a family member, or even a stranger that you believe in them. Give them the strength they need to keep on going.

Positive Affirmation
Today I can. I will not let challenges stop me from achieving the success that awaits me.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #697

Kindness Quote
“Your cells eavesdrop on your thoughts.”
Gary Keller

Act of Kindness
Turn one negative situation into a positive one. Being stuck in traffic gives you an opportunity to work on your patience. Remember that anything can be positive depending on the way you look at it.

Positive Affirmation
Today I am positive. I will embrace everything that comes my way.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #696

Kindness Quote
“One person can make a difference, and everyone should try.”
John F. Kennedy

Act of Kindness
Look around for opportunities to perform small acts of kindness. Chances to be kind are all around us.

Positive Affirmation
Today I make a difference.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #695

Kindness Quote
“If you desire to make a difference in the world, you must be different from the world.”
Elaine S. Dalton

Act of Kindness
Think of one thing in your life that you would like to change and take steps today to make it happen!

Positive Affirmation
Today I am a changemaker. Nothing can stand in my way.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #694

Kindness Quote
“When fun gets deep enough, it can heal the world.”
The Oaqui

Act of Kindness
Make plans to do something with a friend or significant other. Taking time for fun can do a lot of good for the soul.

Positive Affirmation
Today I have fun. I enjoy doing new things with people I care about.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #693

Kindness Quote
“Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you’ll start having positive results.”
Willie Nelson

Act of Kindness
Post something positive on someone else’s social media page. A simply kind message can bring a smile to someone’s face.

Positive Affirmation
Today I am fueled by positivity!

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The Daily Kindness Digest #692

Kindness Quote
“I think there is a song out there to describe just about any situation.”
Criss Jami

Act of Kindness
Listen to music you haven’t heard before. Ask a friend for a recommendation for a new song or artist to check out. Who knows you may just find a new favorite.

Positive Affirmation
Today I explore new things. I go outside of my everyday routine just because I can.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #691

Kindness Quote
“The roots of all goodness lie in the soil of appreciation for goodness.”
Dalai Lama

Act of Kindness
Take a minute to appreciate all that is around you. Nothing is promised and appreciating each moment is a great way to ensure you don’t miss a thing life has to offer.

Positive Affirmation
Today I appreciate life. I don’t take anything for granted.

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The Daily Kindness Digest #689

Kindness Quote
“Sometimes it is better to lose and do the right thing than to win and do the wrong thing.”
Tony Blair

Act of Kindness
Take a stand in favor of something or someone. Knowing what’s right and acting on it are two different things.

Positive Affirmation
Today I am a champion. I fight for what I believe in.


