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5 Minor Things You Can Do Every Day To Make Major Change In Our World, Every Day

There's always time to make a difference in our generation. Don't be afraid to put yourself out there and help others!

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Aug 07, 2018

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5 Minor Things You Can Do Every Day To Make Major Change In Our World, Every Day

Bayley Lyle

Being young and ambitious college students, it's often that we find ourselves wanting to make a change in our community and on our campus. However, with our hectic school, work, and social schedules, we feel like we can't. The truth is, we can! In a world full of technology and social status, we often forget about all of the little things that are so important in promoting a positive environment around us. The slightest things that seem like nothing to you can mean everything to someone else! Here's how you can positively impact those around you without even thinking about it!

Smile

A lot of people don't realize that one simple smile can go a long way. Not only does it make others want to smile, but it also can instill confidence in those around you. You never know what kind of day a person is having, and it could just take one smile from you to make them feel welcomed and encouraged in whatever the day ahead of them holds.

Talk to a stranger

This one is so important! A lot of the time, students our age put up a wall of happiness so that no one is able to see what they're going through. That being said, we have no idea what's happening in their personal life, whether it's stress, depression or even just loneliness. Talking to someone can make all of the difference in the world for some people. Even if all you have to say is a simple "Hey, how are you?" it could mean more than you'll ever know. This small act of kindness can give them a sense of hope!

Pick up a piece of trash

It's not just the people in your community that could use a little pick-me-up! Our outdoors is just as desperate for your attention. It's every day that we're walking around our campus and seeing trash laying around on the floor. It could take you only two seconds to pick it up and throw it away in a trash can. I know what you're thinking "One piece of trash doesn't make a difference." You're probably right, it probably doesn't make a difference. But I guarantee that if someone sees you do it, they will follow suit and do the same thing. Doing something as small as this can make your campus ten times cleaner, promoting a happier and healthier environment!

Lend a helping hand

We have all been there. Having that one really bad day where nothing seems to be going right. What if you could change that for someone? It could mean just holding a door open for them or maybe even your seat on the bus. We all have struggles that we would like help with, so why not give out what you wish to receive. There is no favor too big or small that can turn someone's day around completely.

Be you

Never ever stop being yourself and being confident. Maybe it's easy for you, but for some people, it's really hard to get out there and show off their true colors. Once someone sees you living fearlessly and being nothing short of who you are, it could encourage them to do the same thing. Helping to push others in the right direction isn't as hard as you think it is. Sometimes, all it takes is you being YOU! That can make all the difference.

All of these things are so easy and SO appreciated by others. Be the difference that you wish to see in the world and start a chain reaction in your community. We are all busy and dealing with our own personal issues, but just one simple thing can change everything for somebody or something. Make a change today and see the outcome tomorrow.

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5 Minor Things You Can Do Every Day To Make Major Change In Our World, Every Day

There's always time to make a difference in our generation. Don't be afraid to put yourself out there and help others!

Smile

Talk to a stranger

Pick up a piece of trash

Lend a helping hand

Be you

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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