Don't Judge
Try to live an entire day without judging people. Don't assume that someone who looks mean or unpleasant is always that way.
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ACT NOW! One way kids can make a difference todayDecember 28, 2011
Honor People's Feelings
Don't dismiss other people's feelings. Let them know you understand why they feel the way they do, even if you don't feel that way yourself. December 24, 2011
Keep Peace In Your Heart
Try to live a more peaceful life. Whenever you find yourself getting upset, breathe in and say "peace" then breathe out and say "peace." October 15, 2011
Write An Email For Peace
Would you like the world to be a more peaceful place? Email your Representative and tell him or her what you think. To find your Rep's email address, go here. September 21, 2011
Happy Peace Day!
Today is International Peace Day. Get together with some friends and light a candle for peace. What can you do to make our world a peaceful place? August 27, 2011
Control Your Temper
Hold your temper. Life will always throw problems at you. Learn to accept them, fix them when you can, and move on. Studies show that people who don't worry and fret live longer. August 17, 2011
Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously
Learn to laugh at yourself more--and less at other people. August 15, 2011
Be Realistic About Other People
Make friends with people who have qualities you admire, but don't expect them to be saints. Be tolerant of other people's faults. August 11, 2011
Listen
Let other people tell you their story. It's amazing how much you can learn from hearing others tell about their lives. August 6, 2011
Keep Your Ego In Check
Don't be a sore loser... or a sore winner. Don't mope and complain when something doesn't go your way, and don't brag about your awards, prizes, and accomplishments. Keep perspective about your failures and successes. July 18, 2011
Make Peace
Has someone hurt your feelings or been unfair to you? Try being a friend to that person. You may not want to. You may think you shouldn't be the one to bend over backwards. Be the bigger person and do it anyway. July 2, 2011
Admit Your Mistakes
Admit it when you're wrong. Everyone makes mistakes, so when it happens just admit it. June 24, 2011
Help Dolphins
Eat dolphin safe tuna--tuna that isn't caught using nets that close up to form a ball. Dolphins can get caught and killed in these nets. Here's a list of brands of tuna sold in the United States that are dolphin-safe: Starkist, Chicken of the Sea, Bumblebee. June 23, 2011
Know When To Say "I'm Sorry."
Try to look at a problem through another person's eyes. Learn to say "I’m sorry." These two simple words can prevent violence and save relationships. June 22, 2011
Find A Special Place
Find a place outdoors where nature soothes your spirit. Go there whenever you need to think about something important. June 20, 2011
Respect Other's Rights
Respect people's property. Don't go in someone's yard without their permission or touch things that don't belong to you. May 25, 2011
Use Peaceful Language
Don’t use the hate word with family and friends. Try asking people to change their behavior instead: "When you (raise your voice, take my things, etc.) I feel really (bad, mad, sad, etc.). I'd like you to (lower your voice, ask me if you can borrow my sweater, etc.)" The pattern is: When you do xxxx, I feel xxxx, I'd like you to xxxx. May 20, 2011
Be Kind
Don't send cruel words or unflattering pictures when you're on the internet. The results can scar someone for life. May 2, 2011
Learn About Other Cultures
The world is a big place. Go to the library. Find a book about a country and culture you want to learn more about. April 29, 2011
Learn About Trees
Trees make a community beautiful, and they provide homes and food for many animals. When you play around trees, don't break off limbs and don't injure the bark. To learn more about trees go here. April 27, 2011
Worms Are Wonderful!
Are there worms in your backyard? If so, don't kill them. Worms help break down dead plants and animals, making the soil rich and fertile. Learn more about worms here. April 26, 2011
End Violence Against Women
In many countries, violence against women is common. Amnesty International is one group that is working to help women obtain basic rights. Click to donate to this cause. It's free. Go here. April 15, 2011
Make A Pledge For Peace
Pledge to do your part for world peace: I pledge to speak to others in a kind way. I pledge to help others when they need my help. I pledge to care for the Earth. I pledge to respect all people of every religion and race. I pledge to do my part to create a peaceful world. April 13, 2011
Look At The Stars
Go somewhere very dark. Lie on your back and look up at the stars. Did you know that there are about 100 billion stars in our galaxy? And did you know that there are 100 billion galaxies in the universe? (Those are only the ones astronomers can see.) If you had a very powerful telescope, you would see thousands of stars where you see only blackness now. Think about our amazing universe. If you'd like to learn more, go here. April 4, 2011
Learn About Spiders
Don't kill spiders. There are at least 40,000 species of spiders, and they all eat insects and help keep them under control. Learn more about spiders here. |
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