Walk across the bridge to the stories of another generation. Take a look at this roundup of some of the most innovative inter-generational ideas out there. Watch at least one and let it re-frame and shape the context of how you think about those you interact with. Could you learn something new? Perhaps you have something to offer across those artificial generational boundaries? Rethink the concept of mentoring, it goes both directions and is a relational resource that has profound impact on each person involved.
Preschool in Nursing Home Promotes Growth & Friendship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJ6WtLV00H8
Students Benefit from Visits with Senior Citizens
http://www.mcla.edu/news1/2016-June/students-benefit-from-visits-with-elderly
Music Students Live at Cleveland Retirement Home
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hW2KNGgRNX8
Raising Men Lawn Care Service
https://www.gofundme.com/RMLCS2017
Seniors Socializing with Students
Lifetimes across Generations
Is there something in your community that you could help with? If not, what about starting something?
Be intentional when you spend time with your family or that neighbor young or old and who knows, you might start a quietly radical revolution in your own small corner of the world.