Impact
“If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.”

What it means

Influence is not determined only by size, status or power. Small actions can have an outsized effect when they are persistent and well placed.

Context

The Dalai Lama used humor to emphasize the power of small actions.

Reflect

Where could one small action from you noticeably improve someone else's day?

Today’s action

Make one helpful change today that takes less than ten minutes.

About Dalai Lama

Spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, symbol of peace and compassion worldwide.

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