Newlsetter #4: wabi-sabi, guaranteed freedom and celebrating women
< Back Newlsetter #4: wabi-sabi, guaranteed freedom and celebrating women Tom & Jasmin 11. März 2024 On this weeks menu: a big ol’ pot of sweet pureness.Time for some good news. Google’s Doodle celebrates International Women’s Day – Global. A lovely illustration by Sophie Diao. This year’s theme is “inspire inclusion”. Take a look Japanese concepts that inform and inspire – Japan. Amazing concepts from an amazing culture. Our favourite: “Wabi-Sabi. Find beauty in whatever you do, see or experience”. Learn more Women’s “guaranteed freedom” to abort now a constitutional right – France. Your body? Your choice. That’s it. Read more Green makes us feel good – Global. Where there is greenery, there is goodness. Research shows green spaces signal us to resume positive activities! Read more 102 year old woman asks for donations to a local food pantry – USA. Still doing good after 102 years. What an inspiring woman. What a great community. Take a look That’s it for this week – we hope you’ve been Well Fed
Newsletter #5: biodiversity, hugs and the beauty of life
< Back Newsletter #5: biodiversity, hugs and the beauty of life Tom & Jasmin 18. März 2024 This week, we are celebrating.We reached 50 subscribers! Thank you to every single one of you who has already subscribed.Along those lines, please feel free to share this newsletter with social networks (both in-person and online).Our only mission is to share positivity in the world. Time for some good news. Learn how the happiest country in the world talks about happiness – Finland. A psychologist and happiness-researcher shares the phrases. Our favourite “who has happiness should not hide it”. Learn more Little boy stops playing baseball to give his friend a hug – U.S.A. Some things are just more important than the game. Way to go! Watch here Playing with dogs has positive impact on your brain – Global. I mean, we all already knew this anyway, right? But now science says it, some would say it’s…Pawfficial! Read more Stunning photos that capture the beauty of life – Global. A varied collection of amazing photos by talented photographers. Isn’t life beautiful? Take a look A new search engine that funds biodiversity – Global. 100% of it’s profit to non-profits. The name: Karma. Read more That’s it for this week – we hope you’ve been Well Fed
Newsletter #6: dads, trees and the world’s happiest country
< Back Newsletter #6: dads, trees and the world’s happiest country Tom & Jasmin 25. März 2024 Grab that coffee. Get comfortable.Time for some good news. Grandpa Jack’s surprise – U.S.A You can’t not smile at this one. He felt it in his heart. You can see it in his eyes. Happy Birthday, Jack! Watch here Coral reef that “shouldn’t exist” gets protection thanks to First Nations – Canada. Shoutout to the Canadian government, Kitasoo Xai’xais and Heiltsuk First Nations for this one. We love Mother Earth. Take a look Mum teaches Dads how to style daughters hair at wholesome hair workshop – Scotland. Sarah Eaton – you are a legend! Titled “Dad & Me”, the workshops are held at her local community centre. Time for ponytails, braids, bunches and buns! Read more “Heart Of the Garden” wins Tree of the Year 2024 – Europe. The tree, a huge beech, grows in an old park in the University of Wroclaw’s botanical garden. Lovely, green and beautiful! See the tree The World’s Happiest Countries – Finland takes top spot – Global. 1A strong showing from the Scandinavians once again. Where does your country rank? See the ranking That’s it for this week – we hope you’ve been Well Fed
Newsletter #7: raccoons, tribes and the “Worm Moon
< Back Newsletter #7: raccoons, tribes and the “Worm Moon Tom & Jasmin 1. Apr. 2024 Listen to those birds singing outside.They’re loud and they’re proud!Time for some good news. Holi – The Hindu festival celebrating love and signifying a time of rebirth and rejuvenation – Global. You had me at celebrating love. Time to embrace positive energy and let go of the negative? Yes to all of the colours! See the colours Louis the raccoon is named the Cadbury Easter Bunny 2024 – U.S.A. Look at Louis! How adorable. An overnight celebrity, he’s melting his 380k fans hearts (and ours!). Find cuteness Thailand one step closer to legalizing same-sex marriage – Thailand. Once approved, this will make Thailand the third country in Asia to do so. Boom! Who’s next? Read more Yurok Tribe to get 125 acres of land back after it was stolen during the gold rush – U.S.A. “We kind of don’t give up” said Rosie Clayburn, the tribe’s cultural resources director. That’s right! Learn more Just wow – insane images of the “Worm Moon” – Global. Sometimes, you just have to sit back, relax and appreciate. Take a look That’s it for this week – we hope you’ve been Well Fed
Newsletter #8: teachers, democracy and a very special “I do”
< Back Newsletter #8: teachers, democracy and a very special “I do” Tom & Jasmin 8. Apr. 2024 The sun is shining! The weather is sweet. A note from us this week:Please do mark us as “not spam” and move us to your inbox, to make sure you (and others) keep receiving Well Fed. Time for some good news. Teachers? We love you – U.S.A. The educators of the world are special people. The pictures and stories speak for themselves in this one. Thank you, teachers! Read on Democracy wins in Senegal – Senegal. Despite significant obstacles, Senegal held a free and fair election in late March. Your vote matters! see more Renewable power soars as carbon emissions drop by record 15.5% – EU Less emissions in this beautiful world? That’s what we like to see (and smell, hear, taste and touch…). Learn more First crushes say “I do” 70 years later – U.S.A. We love to love! What a story, from school crushes to partners in old age. They can still rock like they used to! See the love Former gangster-turned-athlete runs club for at risk-youth in Kenya Mburu Wanyoike turned his life around and is now helping children move away from street violence by teaching them how to fence. Awesome. Take a look That’s it for this week – we hope you’ve been Well Fed
Newsletter #9: therapy dogs, saving lives and celebrating Eid
< Back Newsletter #9: therapy dogs, saving lives and celebrating Eid Tom & Jasmin 15. Apr. 2024 Wonderful world, beautiful people!Time for some good news. Most units of blood donated world record broken – Canada. 209 donations that could all have been life saving. Josephine, keep on doing your thing! Read on Edie the Australian-born Cheetah released in Africa – South Africa. She’s the first ever Australian Cheetah to be translocated to Africa. What fantastic effort from the conservationists involved. See more Pictures of Eid celebrations around the world – Global. One of the biggest celebrations in the Islamic calendar, it’s wonderful to see these pictures from around the world. In case you didn’t know, Eid al-Fitr means “festival of the breaking of the fast”. See the pics Paw-some airport hires there for anxious travellers – Turkey. The “Therapy Dog Team” is on call for support with snuggles and belly rubs. It’s already been a success and airport officials are planning to expand the pilot project. Woof! Doggie time Integrated health care for older people – Mauritius. As the population ages rapidly, the Republic of Mauritius aims to better meet their needs through the country’s first National Integrated Care for Older People plan, developed with WHO support. Yes to healthy ageing! Take a look That’s it for this week – we hope you’ve been Well Fed
Newsletter #10: native birds, guitar god(dog) and CPR in a Taco Bell drive-thru
< Back Newsletter #10: native birds, guitar god(dog) and CPR in a Taco Bell drive-thru Tom & Jasmin 22. Apr. 2024 It’s Monday, baby!The 10th Monday of Well Fed. Isn’t that nice? Treat yourself for being in on this ride.Time for some good news. Native birds return to the dawn chorus – New Zealand. Wellington stands tall as its transformed by the sounds of these beautiful nature birds (yes, even little penguins!). Read on Plastic to… paint? – Nigeria. This student-led startup recycles plastics into paint and adds an organic insect repellent to fight malaria. Wow! What an awesome idea. Read more Happy dog turns into guitar god – U.S.A. Surprise the human. Play the guitar. All whilst chilling on the couch. We love you! See the joy Seven countries generate 100% of their electricity from renewable sources – Global. Albania. Bhutan. Nepal. Paraguay. Iceland. Ethiopia. Democratic Republic of Congo. A huge milestone. Learn more Taco Bell manager performs CPR on baby in the drive-thru – U.S.A. What an act of heroism. A mother’s instinct never fails! Read on That’s it for this week – we hope you’ve been Well Fed
Newsletter #39: Notre Dame rings again, ban on police cells for mental health and Thailand moves to end statelessness
< Back Newsletter #39: Notre Dame rings again, ban on police cells for mental health and Thailand moves to end statelessness Tom & Jasmin 11. Nov. 2024 We see you! Yes, you.Get ready to smile.Time for some good news. ‘Historic Development’ Moves To End Statelessness For Nearly 500,000 People – Thailand. In a landmark move towards ending statelessness, Thailand’s cabinet has approved an accelerated pathway to permanent residency and nationality for nearly half a million stateless people, marking one of the region’s most significant citizenship initiatives. Read on Notre Dame’s Bells Ring Out Across Paris For The First Time Since Fire – France. “Five years ago, a promise: to rebuild Notre-Dame Cathedral together,” Macron said on X Friday. “Today, its bells are finally ringing thanks to the extraordinary work of so many of you.” Read more Bill To Ban Police Cell Mental Health Detentions – U.K. Charities have broadly welcomed the changes, whilst highlighting the need for better funding for mental health. Read more Can New Zealand’s Tree-Planting Save The Planet? – New Zealand. Native forests may not deliver a quick carbon fix, but they’re crucial for a sustainable, long-term strategy. Learn more A Second High Court Rules That Japan’s Ban On Same-Sex Marriage Is Unconstitutional – Japan. The Tokyo High Court called the ongoing ban “a groundless legal discrimination based on sexual orientation,” saying it violates the constitutional guarantee of right to equality, as well as individuals’ dignity and equality between sexes. It was a clearer statement than the 2022 lower court decision that described the situation as “an unconstitutional state.” Read on On this day… 11.11.1865 Mary Edward Walker, women’s rights activist and the first female surgeon in the US Army, is awarded the Medal of Honor. Go back in time That’s it for this week – we hope you’ve been Well Fed
Newsletter #1: love, dogs, and amazing animations
< Back Newsletter #1: love, dogs, and amazing animations Tom & Jasmin 19. Feb. 2024 If you’re reading this, you are our number ones. Here from the start. We love you!Time for some good news. 100 small acts of love – Worldwide. Every human being on this planet is unique. So, I guess it makes sense there’s some amazing stories of sharing love in this one. Read on This dog knows what it wants to look at! – Sweden. Ah! Dogs. We love dogs. Did you need a reminder of how pure they are? Check out the short clip in the article. See the cuteness Turkey is getting happier – Turkey. Adults in Turkey have rated their happiness higher than last year. Wahoo! Read on The world’s cutest… slug? – USA. Trust us. Slugs can be cute. Take a look Amazing animation to help protect Pangolins – UK. Saturday the 17th was World Pangolin Day. This animation is beautiful and highlights the need for us to protect Pangolins. Read and watch That’s it for this week – we hope you’ve been Well Fed
Newlsetter #2: hearts, homes and how to be kind
< Back Newlsetter #2: hearts, homes and how to be kind Tom & Jasmin 26. Feb. 2024 Feeling hungry? Awesome! Your cute, kind and nourishing serving has arrived.Time for some good news. Stories of kindness may counteract the negative effects of reading bad news – UK. This is literally why we do what we do. Awesome news. It’s got us feeling… well fed. Read on The festival that teaches kindness – India. A festival that wants to teach people how to practice kindness not just with themselves, but with those around them? We like the sound of that! Learn more Housing First initiative to help over 1,000 homeless people – Austria. Ah, wunderbar! Austria follows in Finland’s footsteps. Read more Cupid the calf – USA. Melting hearts wherever she goes. Click for cuteness $3.5M raised for Charity in 48h – Project Awesome lives up to its name – USA. Brothers John and Hank Green are well known for spreading goodness on the internet. This time they broke their record! See here That’s it for this week – we hope you’ve been Well Fed