Hey friends!

Oddly, it's a bit relief to share this... I almost got scammed yesterday. 😤

The scam message caught my attention. It was well written and cautioned me about a problem. If I wanted to avoid trouble, the organization that sent the message claimed they could help me. I hadn't gotten this type of communication before, so I carefully re-read the message...

Fortunately I realized it was a scam!

While I escaped potential danger, the situation saddened me.😥

Somewhere, there's a person who creatively thought of an idea to trick people.

Somewhere, there's an above-average writer who used their ability to do harm to others.

Somewhere, a person took time to coordinate a communications plan to steal personal information and use it for their own gain.

👉So much intention was used for harm! From anywhere in the world, this person or people, set out to impact strangers and violate their trust and abuse them. Who knows what the consequences might be for someone who falls for this scam.

I can't imagine what motivates a scammer to use their creativity and skills to harm people.

👉 Now, let's think about this scenario in a different light.

What could happen if this person thought of a creative idea to help people, instead?

What could happen if an above-average writer wrote a message of advocacy, instead?

What could happen if a person, anywhere in the world, coordinated a communications plan to solve a problem for strangers, instead?

Scammers know they won't fool everyone who gets their illicit messages. But they aren't discouraged and forge ahead to ensnare anyone who will fall for their tricks. ✨On the flip side... What if change-maker families were motivated to use their efforts to help others, even if they knew they wouldn't be 100% successful? What good could be multiplied if every change-maker kid was encouraged to try out new ideas even if their impact was small?

✨As we approach April 21st, I want to highlight the significance of World Creativity and Innovation Day. It's a UN-designated holiday that recognizes the importance of creativity and innovation in problem-solving and making positive changes in the world.

Engaging in creative activities as a change-maker family not only strengthens bonds but also teaches children valuable life skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and empathy.

By participating in activities that promote creativity and innovation, we can empower our change-maker children to make a difference in the world and inspire them to positively impact their own communities.

Creativity and innovation can be powerful tools for positive change.

✨ Here's an article that will give you some ideas for fostering a creative mindset for change: https://inspiringinvolvement.com/creative-mindsets-for-change/​

✨ Are you following us on Facebook or Instagram? We post ideas to make a difference all year long. There are quite a few special days in the week ahead... like World Heritage Day, International Jugglers Day, Poetry & Creative Mind Day, Volunteer Recognition Day, World Creativity & Innovation Day, Earth Day and World Book Day! Which days will your change-maker family celebrate?!

✨ How is your school year going? In Japan the new school year is starting... in the United States the school year is coming to an end... in Australia the winter holiday is a few months away. Find out what your change-maker kids are learning and see how you can apply their new knowledge and skills to volunteer as a family. It's not enough to be knowledgable or skillful... use these powers for good!

Wishing you a wonderful week ahead. Warmly, Karin (the Mama)

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