I learned about #WATWB — We Are The World Blogfest — through my blogger friend, Damyanti Biswas’s blog, Daily (w)rite. She is a co-host for the Blogfest that shares real-life stories of compassion and kindness. Stories that need to be shared as much as possible through social media which is so filled with hate and negativity.
So, in a bid to spread hope and positivity, this Blogfest invites people from around the world to share stories of real-life heroes. Stories that are heartwarming and full of hope and love that we so need in today’s world.
I instantly loved the idea!
Each day, when we surf through news channels or scroll down any social media, all we read are stories full of negativity, hatred, and despair. And, the first thought that comes to mind is, “Where are we headed?”
And, at such times, when we stumble upon a snippet of positivity, a story of hope and love between people, we are filled with a sense of relief. A feeling that all’s not lost, yet! That there’s still hope. A light at the end of the tunnel.
I decided to stay on the lookout for any such positive story I came across so I could share it on my blog as well as every other social media I could, and do my bit in restoring hope and faith in humanity.
This Blogfest is held on the last Friday of every month. All you need to do is share a real-life story on your blog in 500 words. A link to a story that shows there’s hope and love, positivity and brotherhood in our world.
This is the badge you put up on your blog and share the link to your post on Twitter, Instagram, Google, Facebook and any other social media you use to spread the word.
Here’s one of the stories I shared. Do read and share. We all know we could use as much positivity as we can!
Metanoia being an Inspirational Blog, too, I felt sharing such true stories was the best thing to do here.
Would you like to join us in spreading some hope and warmth?
My theme for the A to Z Blogging Challenge is all about my blog, Metanoia, and my blogging journey from the time I started, 5 years ago. The lessons I learned, the tips and tricks I picked up from fellow bloggers and the guidelines I could have used back when I began.
You will find all of my A to Z posts here.
I love the stories put up by Roshan daily for Heroes of Kindness and think its a great initiaitive to gather Kind deed from the world and let everyone know about them.
WATWB is also amazing in this regards and I have been toying with putting up a couple of stories from around me onto it – soon!!!
W is for Wildings #atozchallenge
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Do join in, Shalz! It feels great reading all those stories of hope. 🙂
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Let me see if I can take this up, already swamped with way too many things.
Thank you for letting me know about this, Shilpa.
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Do it when you find time for it. Soumya. 😊
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Seems like a wonderful platform. Shall try it.
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Do try it, Priya! 🙂
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A Winner for W Shilpa. The WATWB has been a wonderful experience but I’m bowing out of it now …..
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WATWB sure has been a great experience, Sunita!
But, what happened? A lot on your plate these days?
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Yes far too much Shilpa . Too much to handle
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I would love to join WATB. Keep me posted.
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Sure will, Balaka! 💟
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#WATWB is such a fabulous initiative. It’s heartwarming to read so many stories of kindness and compassion from common people in every day life. It reaffirms your faith in humanity!
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Oh yes, Shilpa! So true!
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This is a noble concept. I have read a few inspiring stories through WATWB and it’s wonderful to read such real-life positive tales. Great job, Shilpa. 🙂
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It is a noble concept, indeed,Vinitha!
Thank you so much! ❤
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Thanks so much for this, Shilpa. You’ve given our WATWB such a good rap. I’m glad you have joined us. It was Damyanti who got me in too. Sorry I haven’t visited your blog much. I’ll have to keep an eye out for your posts.
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Thank you Simon!
It’s been a pleasure doing the WATWB posts. The stories I come across here tug at the heartstrings and make me hopeful that there’s still a lot of positivity in our world! And that it’s a beautiful world, indeed!
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I thoroughly agree. There are some truly wonderful people and stories we come across on the way.
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