The Age of Empathy

Ever wonder how to make the world a better place?   Simple answer: Service

The more individuals that take problems into their own hands, teaching, sharing, helping, engaging, connecting, supporting, doing something instead of waiting for someone or some government the better.

An encouraging read: Arianna Huffington on the Rise of Empathy in America

Time Exchange

I keep hearing more & more about Long Beach Time Exchange & found that Time Banking, exchanging skills & services for Time Dollars, has been a model with roots back to 1980. 

The concept is simple: One hour equals one time dollar, regardless of the service given, so there’s really no bartering involved. From dog-walking to graphic design, community organizing to tutoring, cooking lessons to massage therapy, everyone’s time is valued equally.  When someone helps you, they earn a credit that they can spend with any other member on any of the services in the network. It’s a powerful idea that helps to grow stronger communities.

Sounds like a good idea to me.  As someone who has thoroughly enjoyed the service of volunteer work, the idea of having time dollars credited to me would make the experience even more rewarding. 

Links: 

Long Beach Time Exchange

Time Banks USA
Time Dollars