Yes, there is such a person as a Goodness Engagement Specialist!
The large corporation my husband retired from matches donations to approved charitable causes. In some instances, they also "gift" for hours served volunteering.
Many large businesses will match your philanthropic donations.
What a great way to support organizations that serve our communities. Look into your employer's policies and see if any of these benefits apply. It magnifies your gifts to causes you believe in.
The helpful man who recently led us through the on-line process of donating gave clear directions. What struck me, however, was the title in his email signature: "Goodness Engagement Specialist."
Wow, I thought. What a great title! Goodness Engagement Specialist. Shouldn't we ALL strive to be one of those? I surely need to be one of those.
We're not getting much goodness from people in the public eye, so how can we search for it and spread it in everyday life?
Here are some "goodnesses" I've noticed recently:
- A local school district employs a Wellness Director to support staff, parents, and students in living healthier, more productive lives. They just held a Wellness Fair that gave free flu shots, measured BMI, promoted healthy lifestyles and products, etc. Great insight from a large district.
- I just learned from a Jewish friend that all Jewish children are instructed to perform a mitzvah, a good deed, on a regular basis.
- Another friend makes it her goal every day to make at least two people happy.
- Pay it Forward is a terrific practice that has caught fire in recent years.
- How about if we decide to "share" only positive, uplifting social media posts?
- Many years ago, my teenage daughter scolded me for being curt to a cashier at a store:
"Mom," she said. "Maybe her puppy died!"
(I think of that wise admonition frequently when I'm tempted to snap at lousy customer service. Thank you, sweet daughter.)
What it comes down to is this: We must respect all others as worthwhile human beings, made in the image of God the Creator and loved by Him.
Challenge: Let's work to become Goodness Engagement Specialists.
In the process, maybe we can turn our communities and country around.
