Chooseday 19th August, Choose to Connect

Good Morning,

In our fast-paced, hyper-connected world, maintaining meaningful bonds has never been more important—or more challenging.

While we may be just a call or message away, many still feel profoundly isolated. That’s why just after World Humanitarian Day (August 18), we invite you to actively choose connection—to reach out, listen, and simply be present for someone else.

Why this matters now:

• Globally, 1 in 6 people are affected by loneliness, a crisis linked to about 871,000 deaths each year—that’s 100 lives lost every hour. (WHO via Health Policy Watch)

• In Australia, about 33% of people report feeling socially disconnected, and 1 in 6 often feel severely lonely. (ABC News)

• Loneliness increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, dementia, and premature death—with impacts comparable to smoking or obesity. (The Australian)

The message is clear: choosing to connect isn’t just kind—it can be life-saving.

✨ Small Acts, Big Impact ✨

Reaching out doesn’t require grand gestures. A single message, call, or invitation can shift someone's day—or even shift their life. 

• Send a heartfelt message or voice note to check in.

• Invite someone for a walk, a coffee, or a simple chat.

• Ask the question: “How are you, really?” and hold space for honesty.

• Offer to help with small tasks that ease someone’s load.

• Reconnect with community—join a group, volunteer, or extend a hand to a neighbour.

  
  

We invite you to Choose Connection.

Because when we choose to reach out—to a friend, a colleague, a neighbour—we’re not just easing loneliness, we’re building stronger, safer, and more compassionate communities.

You can start today:

Support the StandbyU Foundation, a charity dedicated to ensuring no one faces life’s challenges alone by creating safe and connected networks of support.

OR explore hundreds of volunteer opportunities across Australia to connect directly with your community—giving your time, skills, and heart where they’re needed most.

At GoodCompany, we believe the simplest choices can create the most profound impact. Whether it’s a conversation, a small act of kindness, or a commitment to volunteer, choosing connection reminds us that none of us stand alone.

So, let’s choose to connect. Let’s choose to care. Let’s choose each other.

We ch-ch-choose you,

💚 The GoodCompany Team

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