Spotlight On Kindness: Heroes And Survivors

Twenty years ago, on 9/11, I remember a friend calling me in the morning with the tragic news. For weeks, many of us were glued to the TV trying to process the aftermath, laden with stories of loss and heroism. Looking back at it now, I'm reminded that tomorrow is not guaranteed. And life shouldn't be taken for granted. We need to make every moment count and do what matters most. On this day of remembrance, we honor heroes and survivors who remind us that kindness is what carries us. --Guri

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"The human condition is one about belonging. We simply cannot thrive unless we are in relationship." --john a. powell

Editor's Note: Twenty years ago, on 9/11, I remember a friend calling me in the morning with the tragic news. For weeks, many of us were glued to the TV trying to process the aftermath, laden with stories of loss and heroism. Looking back at it now, I'm reminded that tomorrow is not guaranteed. And life shouldn't be taken for granted. We need to make every moment count and do what matters most. On this day of remembrance, we honor heroes and survivors who remind us that kindness is what carries us. --Guri

Kindness In the News "Of the last 25 people who made it out of the World Trade Center's south tower on Sept. 11, 2001, Florence Jones was number 18. Her story is one I have always carried with me." David Muir reflects. Read More From Our Members What started as an online group for this neighborhood became a caring community. These neighbors find a way of connecting with each other through the good times and the bad. Read More

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In other news ... "john a. powell is the director of the Othering & Belonging Institute and a professor of law, African American studies, and ethnic studies at the University of California, Berkeley." In this episode of Insights at the Edge, he speaks about creating a culture of deep belonging. Full article.

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