I've a friend from another online community who is as close to a saint as I know. He's a teacher professionally who works with challenging kids. He supports and donates to LGBT causes, donates blood regularly, and tries to spread as much positivity as possible. Online, he organizes community events to bring people together and motivate them. He arranges writing events, game giveaways, and more. He gives more of himself than anyone else I know.
I really appreciate and admire that. I also know it's not easy. It's a deliberate decision to continue pouring one's energy out into the world, offsetting the negativity that permeates so much of online discourse, and hoping it makes a difference.
For me, at least, it has made a difference. I can honestly say that he inspires me to be a better person. He's my pick for this week's Appreciation Wednesday.
