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I talk often about the many lessons I\u2019ve learned through my journey into the world of minimalism.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve learned the value of contentment<\/a>\u2014being satisfied with what I have, rather than constantly seeking more. <\/p>\n

I\u2019ve learned to see the beauty in simplicity\u2014not only in owning fewer possessions but also in simplifying my schedule and freeing up time to spend with loved ones. <\/p>\n

I\u2019ve learned how to focus on living a meaningful life\u2014focusing on things that matter.<\/p>\n

And over the years, I\u2019ve learned the power of one. For example: <\/p>\n

One compassionate word<\/a> <\/em>can brighten someone\u2019s day. <\/p>\n

One random act of kindness<\/em> can start a chain reaction that touches many lives.<\/p>\n

One small step<\/a><\/em> forward can lead to major changes.<\/p>\n

And I\u2019ve also seen that one community of remarkable people<\/em> can spark a movement that is changing the world. And incredibly, one dollar a day can change the life of a child.<\/p>\n

Let me introduce you to The Hope Effect.<\/p>\n

The Hope Effect<\/strong><\/p>\n

In 2015, with tremendous support from this community, we launched The Hope Effect<\/strong><\/a>, a nonprofit organization seeking to change the way the world cares for orphans.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a big goal, and an important one.<\/p>\n

You see, millions of children around the world are growing up without parents. In many developing countries, orphans are raised in institutions\u2014or what we commonly refer to as orphanages. <\/p>\n

In an institutional environment, a large number of children are cared for by a rotating staff of employees.<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, research has told us for decades that institutional care has extremely damaging long-term effects on children. <\/p>\n

When children grow up in orphanages, they don\u2019t receive the love, support and individual attention found within a family environment. As a result, children often have delays in every area of their development. And sadly, many children age out of orphanages only to face a future of crime, prostitution, or trafficking.<\/p>\n

There must be a better way to care for orphaned and vulnerable children. And there is!<\/p>\n

The research<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is clear. Every child deserves a family.\u00a0<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why The Hope Effect is working to change the way the world cares for orphans by providing loving family care around the world.<\/p>\n

Since announcing our nonprofit in 2015, the Becoming Minimalist community has rallied together toward this amazing cause. <\/p>\n

Currently, we\u2019re pioneering and expanding family care across the globe in several locations in Latin America and Southeast Asia. In fact, just last month we announced our newest location, Nuevo Le\u00f3n, Mexico. More and more children around the world are getting out of orphanages and into stable, supportive families.<\/p>\n

Through the love of a family, children like Lucas* have hope for a brighter future.<\/p>\n

Lucas\u2019 Story<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Lucas was removed from his mother\u2019s care immediately after he was born. After his initial stay in the hospital, Lucas was placed into an orphanage in Sonora, Mexico, where he spent the first few months of his life.<\/p>\n

While the staff at the orphanage provided the best care they possibly could, an orphanage is no substitute for a family. During a time when Lucas should have been learning, growing, and bonding with his family, he was simply surviving.<\/p>\n

Thankfully, our team in Sonora was able place Lucas into family care when he was eight months old. And in a loving family environment, he began to thrive. Lucas quickly reached new physical and emotional milestones, even overcoming some developmental delays within the first few weeks.<\/p>\n

But don\u2019t just take my word for it. Watch this short video to see just how loved this little boy is and how his life has been forever changed:<\/p>\n