36. How a Lunchbox Note Changed a Family Forever - Kristi Hayes
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Overview
Meet Kristi. She's a mama on a mission. What started as a lunchbox note of encouragement blossomed inot a journey with others to build loving communities. We're talking about making a space for everyone at the table, and bringing children along on this philanthropy journey.
Today’s Guest
Kristi Hayes, Founder, Be Strong Story
“Be strong, protect the weak, love everyone.”
How a lunchbox note changed a family forever: Be strong, protect the weak, love everyone
Proximity matters: put your kids in proximity with people who have different stories than you
The importance of family values, mission statements, and conversations
Run everything, no matter how big or small, with excellence
Be Love Podcast
Everything is about community and conversations
Kristi’s One Good Thing: Spark joy
Everyone has different personalities and gifts, and everyone loves in different ways. Find your way and do it daily
Powerful Quotes:
“We have to keep our eyes open to those around us.” -Kristi
“Every person has a story, pain, and needs love.” -Kristi
“It is such an easy simple thing to do: remind your kids who they are and what they stand for.” -Becky
“I learned that you have to run everything with excellence, no matter how big or small.” -Kristi
“I love to “do”, but I have to remember to be content in who I am and not in the things I do.” -Kristi
“What you are doing is so healthy and helpful. To me, it starts with a lunchbox note, but it really is all about community and conversations.” -Becky
“You can love in big and small ways. Sometimes the smallest, more habitual ways, are the ones that are most important. Everyone loves in a different way, find your way and do it daily.” -Kristi
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