On Thursday, Don shared with us his presentation entitled:  ” If a Tree Falls “ 

Don began by sharing that tonight’s presentation was inspired by one of our group members. We all are full of wishes and hopes. In life there are basic things that can’t be said too often. This is part of the reason why our group has a first hour talk each week. We try to let everyone know that we all have a voice and have something important to say. It also takes two to complete a message, a sender and a receiver.  Every week our presenters try and present something that is valuable. All of our presenters are pretty much saying the same things each week, with each person having their own style of presenting.  Don shared that most of what he says will not connect with each of us. 

     Deep down inside we all have something to say. We all come to group with a lived experience. And we all go through times when we feel like we don’t matter or have anything to say. 

     We all never know how much of a difference we can make by making just one small gesture.  We never know which actions we take may make a difference. It’s important to remember that nothing that ever happens is irrelevant. Some of your words and actions will matter to someone. Even tiny changes can lead to a domino effect with immense consequences.  That is why it’s important to do everything we can to make all we do or say count. Most of the time we are so busy in life that we don’t pay attention to our small actions. Remember that your voice and actions matter, you matter, your voice does matter! 

The effect of our group goes well beyond our walls.  If you have something you want to say, say it. It matters! Your own words can cause a chain reaction of positive results. Be aware that we are all able to have actions that will cause a chain reaction.  Open up and be receptive to others actions. When you are thinking about falling in a forest, realize that you do make a sound and a difference. Use your voice because it matters!