Small Steps Lead to Big Changes

A small but powerful sentiment was recently expressed by an anonymous individual, “Though I can only do so much on my own, it’s still something.” This statement is indicative of the power of one person to make a difference in their community and beyond. Recently, this individual experienced the power of collective action when they were part of a team that achieved great success. They attribute this success to two factors: timing and having the right people involved. Without everyone coming together at the right time with the right skillset, nothing would have been accomplished. The individual also expressed gratitude for being part of such a successful endeavor. Gratitude is an important part of any team effort; it helps to foster positive relationships between team members and reinforces good behavior. The more gratitude is shown among team members, the better chance there is for future successes as well. This story serves as an example that even small steps can lead to big changes in our lives and our communities. We all have something unique to contribute, no matter how small it may seem; when we come together with others who share similar goals, we can create amazing things that could never be accomplished alone.