Wednesday, April 16: Root Your Safety
Hey, Lanturn fam! That Ohio factory fire—smoke choking neighborhoods—reminded us safety’s no given. We said test your smoke alarms, drop off pantry goods. Today, let’s root that in purpose—acting with a “why” that fuels us. This isn’t just checking boxes; it’s building a world where we all breathe easier.
Grab a screwdriver, test those alarms—twist, press, listen for the beep. Dead battery? Swap it (NFPA.org has a guide). Takes 10 minutes, saves lives—yours, your kids’, your neighbor’s. Got a local pantry? Drop off cans or pasta; FeedingAmerica.org lists spots near Akron taking donations. X shows Ohioans rallying—one church filled a truck with soup. That’s purpose: every alarm, every can, is a brick in our safety.
The glow: write your “why.” Maybe it’s “No family left in the dark” or “I’ve got my block’s back.” Stick it on your fridge. Harvard (hbs.edu) says purpose boosts follow-through 30%. That’s your fire—every step’s a stand for something bigger. Tested an alarm? Dropped a can? Share it at lanturnweekly.com/glow—we’re building this together. More tomorrow—keep glowing!