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12 Habits 4 All of Us
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“If you are going down a road and don't like what's in front of you, and look behind you and don't like what you see, get off the road. Create a new path!”
– Maya Angelou
We are working on a new initiative. Like everything we do, we try to make it fun and uplifting. We’ve all seen the startling disrespect, dishonesty, and cruelty that now permeates our political dialogue, spreading into every corner of our society.
This new project will go alongside and complement the 12 Habits and our Mastermind Circles, designed to encourage All of Us to come together and politely demand more respectful and civilized public dialogue from our leaders and public influencers. We have a plan to take on reversing the language trend that surrounds us today.
Stay tuned to get in on the good trouble we’re going to make, while having some fun along the way. We know that when we uplift public discourse, the issues that may divide us, will be less likely to bring harm.
...And It’s time for a new hat.
When everything’s ready, we're absolutely going to tell you all about it, and you’re all invited.
Coming soon! Watch this space!
That’s why we’re “ALL of US.”
Peace, Hope and Happiness starts with you.
What is 12 Habits 4 All of Us?
The 12 monthly habit-formation framework has been motivating thousands of people since their introduction 30 years ago in the Pittsburgh region, amassing overwhelming evidence of their success.
It has been sponsored by Rotary International, including initiatives to instill peace among youth in Rwanda, to support Haitian refugees and to reduce bullying in American schools. These efforts are just a glimpse of the program's far-reaching impact.
The 12 Habits year-round framework motivates a system of kindness that is more powerful than just random acts. Aristotle said, “We are what we repeatedly do.” Our life is formed by our habits.
The 12 Habits are a simple and reliable framework of reminders to form habits, that is already proven, after 30 years pf practice among thousands of people, to change lives for the better. (See Research details)
If you’re overwhelmed by division and conflict, take heart. Here is an already proven year-round path to bring us together again. 12 Habits 4 All of Us is a monthly framework that uplifts your life while it brings peace and unity to those in the world around you.
The 12 Habits are simple reminders, just like using sticky notes or practicing holidays, because we already know what to do and when they are happening. You don’t need complex training - because these 12 aspects of a happier life are already well known. We just need reminding to uplift our practices.
So… Let’s Get Started Now.
How Does it Work?
It’s easy. We already know these habits – we just forget to practice them. Some of the 12 habit-reminders are about personal development and some habits strengthen our relationships. April’s habit focuses on taking care of our environment.
In Elaine Parke’s recent book, The Habits of Unity, there is a “Warning!” This book is habit-forming and may cause a happier life.” Following the daily motivational readings in her book is just one way to benefit from being part of the 12 Habits movement towards peace, hope and more happiness for all of us.
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Whatever month, whatever day, whatever habit, JUST DO IT…. NOW!!
12 Habits 4 All of Us
Learn more about each of the 12 Monthly Habits and why they contribute to peace, hope and happiness. Each month includes descriptives, stories, photos, videos and even a place to add your own monthly stories.
Zoom Masterminds
Join our Monthly Zoom Mastermind Peace Circle! Enjoy a lively, interactive setting where we share wisdom and inspiration in a friendly, informal way. It's all about meaningful connections and shared focus. The Zoom Mastermind Peace Circle Meets the first Monday of each month.
Interactive Mastermind Sessions are hosted by Social Change Pioneer Elaine Parke, Community Activist Rosie Griep, Richard Denton of Rotary International, Creative Director Kurt Griffith, Award-winning author Dee Tonken, and the All of Us Team.
Research
One survey response out of thousands is Elaine Parke‘s favorite and says it all.
“I am now nice to the people I used to be mean to.” Peace and getting along better with others doesn’t get any better than that.
No other movement for peace, improved human relations, community-building and even mental health has amassed the amount of evidence that their models work to actually modify behaviors among individuals of all ages in broad populations.
During nearly 30 years of activity, the 12 Monthly Peace Habits have been evaluated by the following study hosts:
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University of Pennsylvania at Indiana,
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The London Institute for Social Inventions,
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Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield,
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The University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health,
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Alfred State University,
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The Pennsylvania State Board of Education,
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The Pennsylvania State Department of Health,
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The WV State Board of Education,
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The Board of the Morgan County Home School Association.
*The information is summarized on the website and available as hard-copies upon request.
Books & Aids
Savor the daily “motivationals” in Elaine Parke’s new 2022 book, The Habits of Unity, (also on Amazon)
Thrill at the exquisite beauty and profound stories about good values in the youth oriented boxed set, The 12 Months of Harmony.
Select among the many “Habit-Helper Reminder Aids” such as tasteful and colorful art including posters, bookmarks, flyers, table tents and many more.
Take ACTION!
Download FREE already designed pdf’s of “Reminder Aids” (black & white to print on colored paper) like bookmarks, flyers, posters and table tents plus “How To” manuals with instructions on how to use them – one set each month - at “How to Share”
There’s even a 12 Habits Coloring Book with Caring Characters that includes young children.
Share the Habit Reminders” with yourself, your family, friends, places of worship, home schools, after schools and day care centers, service agencies, places of worship, and even displays in local merchants.
Uplift lives and have fun. There are so many personally creative ways to share the habit of the month focuses with others.
Send us your unique ideas.
Wear “a splash” of each month’s special “color of the month” and have more fun with your friends.
Get Creative; paint your fingernails, bake cakes… put up reminder “sticky notes,” help kid make monthly posters and more.
…AND above all, pay it forward to others and share the habits on your social media networks… one focused month at a time.
Info & Contact US
Here is where you contact us. We are ready and delighted to assist you in any way as you move towards spreading the 12 Habits out into your own sphere of influence. Also send us your own kindness habit stories.
Also, you can find details of bios and backgrounds of our team plus historical information and a wealth of prior media, videos and YouTube links to interviews, blogs, podcasts and other informative media collected over the years.
Really happy people don’t cheat or lie.
This is because they feel integrated with family and community. Deep inside they know that at the very least, they don’t take advantage of others.
“Uplift your day with a few minutes of Little Big Town's "Happy People" music and smiles. I start my smiles going each morning with this video. Enjoy!!!!
– Elaine Parke