Sunday Supplement #96 (March 12th, 2023)
Below is another Sunday Supplement with a quote worth sharing, a book worth reading, a movie worth watching, brainfood worth consuming, and a spiritual passage worth pondering.
Please take something away from these recommendations that enriches your week ahead!
Quote of the Week:
“Sometimes it takes only one act of kindness and caring to change a person’s life.”
– Jackie Chan
Book of the Week:
Harry Potter Series – J.K. Rowling
The Harry Potter Series tells the story of a boy whose parents were murdered by a dark wizard. The boy is sent to live with his uncaring non-magic relatives, and on his 11th birthday, he re-enters the magical world.
There is much controversy around J.K. Rowling and her books, but it cannot be argued that they are some of the most successful novels in history.
The Harry Potter series was a fantastic addition to my childhood. I still often revisit the world of Harry Potter and find much to appreciate.
The story encapsulates the battle of good and evil over its seven books and has many wonderful lessons along the way.
If you have only seen the movies, you are missing out. The series is well worth checking out for anyone who loves adventure, magic, and an epic battle of good vs evil.
Movie of the Week:
The film, A League of Their Own, follows the fictional journey of two sisters who join the real-life first female professional baseball league.
Geena Davis and Lori Petty play the two sisters. They struggle to help the league succeed while their rivalry as sisters and players increases.
Penny Marshall brilliantly directs the film and gets the most from the story and the star-studded cast. In addition to Davis and Petty, Tom Hanks, Rosie O’Donnell, and Madonna shine.
A League of Their Own is a well-told glimpse at a side of American history not portrayed with much entertainment and heart packed in.
Brainfood of the Week:
The Power of Kindness | Simon Sinek
Simon Sinek is an inspirational speaker and the author of multiple best-selling books. In this video, he discusses the power of kindness.
Sinek starts by stating that acts of kindness/acts of generosity are how simple it is to make people feel good.
He discusses the science behind the chemical our bodies produce, oxytocin, and how that occurs through acts of kindness and generosity. Witnessing an act of generosity actually increases our levels of oxytocin as well.
I’ve featured Simon Sinek in a few other Sunday Supplements as well. If you like this short two-minute video, check out more of his work.
Closing Spiritual Passage:
“If you think you are too small to make a difference, you haven’t spent the night with a mosquito.”
– African Proverb
This African Proverb makes me smile and reminds me of the power one person or one action can have.
In the proverb, the mosquito obviously can be viewed as a pest one would not spend the night with.
The negative repercussions are clear, but it should also be a reminder of how one person can leave a lasting impression.
I paired this proverb with Jackie Chan’s quote because I believe small acts of kindness can positively affect someone’s life.
Look out for a chance to give a small act of kindness, and have a blessed week ahead!
What a great post! I loved this week’s quote as well. Thanks so much for sharing it!
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for checking out the post, Charity 🙂
I love these quotes and the fact that the both share a similar message. I forgot about A League of Their Own – I need to watch it again. Have a great week Drew!
Thanks, Jodie! I try to tailor each post around a central theme. Appreciate you checking out the post and commenting! And hope you enjoy your rewatch of A League of Their Own 🙂
A League of Their Own is a great film, and I love the African Proverb as well. And like always, you’ve picked another great quote which led nicely to the topic of kindness. It’s amazing what being kind can do to the world. We need more people to choose to be kind as their default
Completely agree. It doesn’t cost anything in most cases too. And the ripple effect can be amazing.
Thanks for checking out the post and commenting 🙂
I honestly live to the quote with being kind to others and could change someone’s life. I love that quote.
Love that. It’s so powerful. Moments of kindness can make such a huge impact on someone’s life.
Thanks for checking out the post!
We love the Harry Potter books. It’s sad that Rowling ended up being so problematic.
I agree. I don’t understand it. But for me, the books are bigger than her and actually have a message that speaks against hate.
Havent watched A League of Their Own for years, definitely feel like revisiting it. Great Post!
Thanks for checking out the post, Leane! Enjoy the rewatch of A League of Their Own 🙂
I love the Harry Potter books and practically grew up reading them, so it brings back some very fond memories. I agree with you, despite the controversy with Rowling, the books and movies should be considered separately as they have a wonderful message. Thanks for sharing!
Totally agree. Just because someone has exhibited extremely poor behavior doesn’t mean everything they’ve done is bad. That’s my standpoint at least. But the books are magical (pun intended) and shouldn’t be forgotten just because of the actions of their author.
Thanks for checking out the post, Raji!