Tuesday, April 7, 2009
The Noticer Project
Dear Friends,
The Noticer is rooted in the belief that our time on this earth is a gift to be used wisely and one of the best ways to use that gift is by noticing those who have made an impact on our lives.
For that reason, I am excited to announce the start of The Noticer Project, a worldwide movement to “notice” the 5 most influential people in your life.
I am really excited about this idea! It is a movement to encourage us to step outside our busy schedules and avoid waiting until a wedding, graduation or even a funeral to take notice of the special, influential people in our lives. By noticing those who have made a difference for you, you not only acknowledge their contribution, but will gain a new perspective on your own journey.
This is a grassroots initiative that I hope will have a positive impact—however small—on our country in this uncertain time. I know that when I sat down to think about the five people who have made the biggest impact on my journey, it brought to mind so many gifts that I have been given along the way and reminded me how lucky I am.
Some of you may be wondering how you can take part in The Noticer Project and begin “noticing” those influential people in your life. There is no right answer to that question. For some it may be taking their high school English teacher out for a cup of coffee to say thanks. For others it may be writing a letter or email to a friend they haven’t connected with in years. For those of you who are looking for a more public way to notice your five, it may be as public as posting a Facebook note, joining The Noticer Project Facebook group or posting a few words about the five most influential people in your life on TheNoticerProject.com.
I can’t tell you how excited I am about The Noticer Project and I look forward to reading soon the stories you have about those you’ve noticed! Thanks in advance for anything you can do to help spread the word about The Noticer Project. If you have a website or blog that you would like to help spread the word, you can find The Noticer Project banners here.
Your friend,
Andy
9 Comments
1. Sharon A. Lavy:
April 7, 2009 @ 11:05 AM
"Help! The links for the banners are not working on my blog."
2. Dorethia Conner:
April 7, 2009 @ 11:08 AM
"I like, let's give flowers to the living today, not tomorrow!"
3. Caroline:
April 7, 2009 @ 11:44 AM
"The updates are just sooo fun.. like a treasue hunt before Easter!!"
4. Alisha Alligood:
April 7, 2009 @ 12:30 PM
"Hey Andy,
I have put out the book announcement signs at my work and church. I have pre-ordered the book and so have my parents. I can't wait to read the book and will continue to share more about it! Looking forward to getting on the Facebook group.
My love to all,
Alisha"
5. Nan Susan Hart:
April 7, 2009 @ 7:23 PM
"As always, another great idea. I will start thinking about this. It would be good for some of my patients as well.
Have a Blessed Easter."
6. Dave Timmons:
April 7, 2009 @ 8:08 PM
"Can't wait to get the books in and start selling them. What a great idea! Provide a way for people to show sincere and thoughtful appreciation to those who have been encouragers to them. You have another winner!"
7. Shirley:
April 7, 2009 @ 9:34 PM
"Thank you, Andy. This is yet another way that you have created, for all of us, to open our hearts and speak from it. I look forward to making my list of 5 people to thank for making my life so full of joy. I've already thanked the obvious (Mother, Father, siblings,spouse,children)so now the not-so-obvious will know, too."
8. Frances:
April 7, 2009 @ 10:33 PM
"Andy,
We are kind of on the same wave length. I have a few people in my life that I try to acknowledge - not necessarily publicly - but periodically privately - giving flowers or just trying to do nice things for them. Sometimes it's just a note or a message that says - I'm so glad were friends. I can't wait to get the book, but please know - I don't think I'll limit myself to 5! Keep up the good work.
Frances"
9. jan burch:
May 26, 2009 @ 7:58 PM
"This is my 4th try at submitting a comment to this blog. Hope this one works. I pondered the 5 most influential people in my life for days and days. The first is Jesus Christ - He IS alive and well and Andy, you just may be on my short list (maybe not right next to my first choice but not #5 either.) Thanks for ALL your books!!! JB"