Displaying Acts of Compassion: 11 Methods to Radiate Empathy and Goodwill
In less than a week, Australians will partake in Do It For Dolly Day, an annual observance aiming to combat bullying and promote mental health awareness in the memory of Amy "Dolly" Everett. Dolly, a 14-year-old girl from Tasmania, tragically ended her life in January 2018 after a prolonged period of bullying, both in school and online.
Following Dolly's untimely death, her parents, Kate and Tick Everett, established Dolly's Dream, a foundation dedicated to preventing bullying, supporting families, providing education, and advocating for kinder online communities. With the motto "Speak Even if Your Voice Shakes," inspired by Dolly's sketch, the foundation promotes open conversations about mental health and bullying.
On May 9, people across Australia will stand in solidarity by wearing blue to honor Dolly's life and legacy. Here are some blue items that you can purchase to support the cause and share Dolly's message of kindness:
- A bright blue hat to shield your best friend from the sun, stylishly.
- An adorable blue axolotl plushie for comforting a friend when they need it most.
- A cozy blue hoodie to keep a friend warm.
- A sky blue cup to keep their favorite beverages hot or cold.
- A rain cloud diffuser to brighten a room and aid in sleep quality.
- A wearable blanket perfect for friends who tend to feel cold.
- A funny shark costume to bring laughter to any situation.
- A blue Bluetooth speaker to help one dance away worries, even for a moment.
- Fragrant tea with blue cornflower petals to promote calmness.
- An instant print thermal camera to capture joyful moments.
- An intention candle adorned with Aquamarine crystals meant to soothe the mind and instill confidence.
Join the movement against bullying on Do It For Dolly Day, May 9. Speak up and foster kindness for those affected by bullying and cyberbullying.
- Show your support for a bully-free society on Do It For Dolly Day by shopping au-shopping-hp-featured items such as a bright blue hat, a cozy blue hoodie, or a sky blue cup.
- Embrace the cause of mental health awareness and kindness by incorporating the au-shopping-hp-featured fashion-and-beauty product, a funny shark costume, or the home-and-garden item, a rain cloud diffuser, into your lifestyle.
- Help spread Dolly's message of kindness and positivity by adding items such as the home-and-garden shop-item rain cloud diffuser, the fashion-and-beauty shop-item intention candle, or the wearable-item wearable blanket to your cart this Do It For Dolly Day.
