Reciprocity and Gratitude Focus of Earth Day in Rogue Valley

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Thoughts of reciprocity and gratitude for our precious Mother Earth come to mind more often as we read about or engage in Earth Day celebrations, so now is the perfect time to renew or create a new “Reciprocity Pledge.” 

Reciprocity has been defined as “giving back” to someone or some thing for something you have received. Sometimes the gifts we have received are so abundant that we don’t know how or to whom to return the gifts. Luckily, the universe is not keeping a score card  just give back where you find a need and you are practicing reciprocity, whether it’s a kind word, standing up to a bully on behalf of a friend, tending a pollinator garden, singing of peace, working in a soup kitchen, writing letters to elected officials, or donating to a charity. 

Take a moment now to think about how you can or do express reciprocity for our planet, our community, a place or an individual, and then enjoy some of the resources below. (Hint: No one needs to hear your reciprocity pledge, but it might be more powerful if you do share it with others. They can then join you in action or support you in other ways.) 

Stop by the Water League/Southern Oregon Pachamama Alliance table Earth Day Celebration in Ashland or Medford to say “Hi” and, if you like, you can share your reciprocity pledge with us. 

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