Chaplain's Corner 2024

Hi Marangaroo community,

This month, we are going to continue to explore how small daily acts of kindness boost our happiness and strengthen relationships.

Food for Thought 

One of the best ways to increase happiness is through kindness to others. It can be effective even without strong relationships, and the acts of generosity don't need to be large. 

What really makes prosocial behaviour impactful is the frequency with which we practice it. Fortunately, because small gestures towards people we don't have strong ties with can be powerful, we have ample opportunity to develop this daily habit. Plus, it helps us build deeper relationships and creates opportunities to receive kindness from others in return, compounding its impact. 

So, something to consider this week: What can I do to build a kindness habit?

"Don’t ever be ashamed of loving the strange things that make your weird little heart happy." — Elizabeth Gilbert

What are the potential long-term consequences of the choices you’re considering? The negative emotions we experience often result from decisions we made and acted on much earlier. This question pre-empts future problems you may face by encouraging them to consider their current options in more detail.

Until next time stay safe, be kind and enjoy life.

Mr David Ward 

School Chaplain

Breakfast Club, Monday and Wednesday 8.00-8.30 Block A