the sunshine project

This time of year can be hard. The sun leaves us so early, yet somehow the days can feel longer than ever. I know there can be times when you struggle to find a reason to smile. Times when even if you found a reason, you don’t have the energy to smile.

Tiny little gestures and kind words won’t fix things, but I believe they can go a long way - they can take you out of the dark of a moment, remind you that you matter, and help get you through the rest of the day or hour or never-ending minute. They can help you smile.

Sprout’s ironically grumpy face, without fail, helps me smile. I want to keep finding ways to share that with others.

So we’re sending a little sunshine…

If someone in your life is having a hard time right now, whether they’re struggling from depression or anxiety, going through difficult situation in life, or just in need of a little reason to smile, we want to send them a card to let them know they are awesome and matter. There’s no cost, and you can include a personal note and your name or stay anonymous and let us write the note!

Also, please remember that you are someone in your life, and reminding yourself that you are awesome and matter is so important. So if you are struggling or need a tiny little to smile, please please please send a card to yourself and know that you are not alone.*

*If you or someone you know is struggling with depression or other mental health issues, please know you are not alone and deserve help. Click here for a resources near you. If you need immediate help, call 800-273-8255 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

This project is self-funded. If it resonates with you and you’re interested in supporting, we ask that you consider making a small donation to our fundraising page for To Write Love on Her Arms, our favorite mental health organization, or you can shop our Sunshine Collection where all our profits are donated to TWLOHA.