How Are You Showing Up for Others and Creating Change?
What the world needs now…
Lately, I am reminded of how much our world needs heart-centered leaders—people who are willing to pause, reflect, and choose love over fear, kindness over indifference, and action over complacency.
There’s no doubt that recent events in this country and abroad, have stirred many emotions such as grief, uncertainty, and frustration. And yet, every day I see so many moments of hope. People showing up for one another, offering support, and working together to create change.
How are you showing up for others, offering support, and creating change?
Sometimes it can feel as though the problems in the world are too big, too complex for any one of us to make a difference. But here’s the truth: every single act of kindness and compassion, every courageous conversation, every moment of respect we show to others matters.
It’s in these moments that we are called to stay connected, to nurture hope, and to remind ourselves that we are not alone as we do this important work.
Take a deep breath and remember—you are not expected to carry it all by yourself. Even the smallest step toward kindness or courage can create ripples of change.
If you need a safe space to share your fears, stresses, and worries—or if you simply want to practice staying grounded, grateful, and brave regardless of what’s happening around you, know that I am here to support you.
Together, we can hold steady, build courage, and keep showing up as leaders with compassion for ourselves and others.
True leadership is not about a title or position. It’s about influence, impact, and the choice to stand for what is good and just, even when it feels countercultural.
Imagine the ripple effect if each of us committed to:
Offering a kind word to a stranger or adversary (someone you may disagree with).
Encouraging a colleague who feels unseen.
Caring for the Earth by making mindful choices.
Listening deeply to someone whose experience is different from our own.
Small acts add up. They shape the communities we live in, they inspire others to do the same, and they remind us that we have the ability to choose and take meaningful action, even in challenging times.
This is what it means to think globally, act locally and to hold the vision of a better world while taking action right where we are.
Here’s my invitation to you: Commit to one small act of kindness this week.
Treat yourself or someone else with loving kindness.
When we lead with heart, we create a ripple of love, respect, hope, and possibility that grows far beyond what we can see.
The world needs your courage, your heart, and your wisdom.
Let’s rise to this moment together.
About the Author
Laurel is a leadership and life coach, speaker, and podcaster who helps high-performing professionals create greater connection, fulfillment, and impact. She specializes in guiding leaders to live their values and step into heart-centered leadership that inspires positive change.
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