You Matter Moment of the Week
“In the last few years as flying has become even more chaotic and challenging, I started flying with small tokens of appreciation for my flight attendants. I think it’s an under appreciated role and especially in a post COVID world where distress tolerance is low and filters are off. It has to be a challenge to be working with the public so directly and enforcing rules.
I slip You Matter cards in a little pouch with a $5 coffee gift card. I’ve had all sorts of reactions from tears as a result of needing to hear that message and having a bad day to absolute shock and gratitude for being recognized.
On my last flight from Kaua’i, the Hawaiian airlines crew of four Hawaii based flight attendants were incredible. We were flying in tropical storm where 70% of outgoing flights were canceled. The flight attendants even lost power at their own homes.
After I gave the pouches and cards to their purser, the crew surprised me with a handwritten note. One of them saying, ‘This was the message I needed!’ I’m sure the gift cards are nice, but it means something deeper to be seen by someone. To be valued and told you matter in this world. Especially, when your job is to keep people safe and some people treat you like you’re there to serve them drinks and pick up after them.
It was a beautiful gift for me to receive this card in exchange for a You Matter card. In a way, they told me I mattered too. Can’t think of a more beautiful message to share.”
-Liz, California
What You Can Do
You never know how much a simple gesture can mean. Join us in building a kinder, more compassionate world. Here’s how:
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- Sign up for You Matter Marathon today to receive 10 free cards.
- Running low on cards? That is a great problem to have, and we have your solution. Buy more cards today! You can also print more cards using our online template.
- If you have a You Matter story to share, we’d love to read it! Submit your story on our website.
This Week’s Mattering Resource
In this inspiring conversation, Cheryl Rice, founder of the You Matter Marathon, sits down with Delvina Miremadi-Baldino, Executive Director of Maine Youth Thriving, to explore actionable ways we can help the next generation flourish. Delvina shares how her organization uses positive psychology and research-backed resilience practices to move beyond simple problem prevention, focusing instead on proactive community environments where young people feel genuinely seen, heard, and needed.
Listen to the full conversation now to discover how small, intentional gestures can make a lasting difference in a young person’s life.
Want to Revisit the Mattering Summit?
We’re excited to offer you a way to revisit every inspiring moment of the Mattering Summit. When you make a minimum donation of $20 to the You Matter Marathon, you’ll receive lifetime access to the recordings from the Mattering Summit. It’s a wonderful opportunity to dive into the sessions and hear from our incredible speakers again. Your contribution not only grants you this archive but also helps us continue spreading the “You Matter” message around the globe.
Have You Bought your “You Matter” T-Shirts Yet?
To take your impact a step further, buy an official You Marathon T-Shirt from our online store. They are incredibly comfortable, perfect for everyday wear, and act as a walking invitation for connection. Simply wearing your shirt out and about is an effortless way to spark meaningful conversations and remind everyone you cross paths with that they truly matter.
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