For centuries now, the month of February has been known to be the shortest month of the year and it also marks the most loveable day of the year, with the celebration of Valentine’s Day on the 14th February of every year. However, for the year 2010, a new social movement, called The Halo Effect has something quite different in mind, as it is encouraging people across the globe to make it the month of good deeds. The initiative calls for the people to do one act of kindness or a good deed every day for the month of February and then share their experiences.

The motive of the Halo Effect is to make the people do some good for others for all the 28 days if February, thus spreading the word of joy and compassion across the world. The Halo Effect has been founded by Leanne Bucaro, who got the inspiration to start the event, from a ritual practiced in Africa, wherein, people devote 29 days to acts of kindness.

According to Ms. Bucaro,

“February is the month with a heart around it – it’s a month of love – it has Valentines Day. As Canadians, we are opening up our borders and our hearts to neighbours worldwide for the 2010 Olympic Games. At a time of year when most are experiencing the winter blues – The Halo Effect is nourishment for the soul. Anyone can take part in The Halo Effect. We encourage people to share their progress and describe how helping others makes them feel… blog, tweet or Facebook about your experiences, tell co-workers, family. Imagine the possibilities.”

The Halo Effect is one of a kind movement, where there the whole concept of the activity isn’t money related, but focuses entirely on the power of good of a human heart, and what people can do to make the lives of others a little better. It is an amazing initiative, as in today’s fast paced mechanized lifestyle, most of us have forgotten the compassionate side of humanity and we are being driven by money, technology and comfort, as our priorities.

According to Dr. Sanjeev Sharma (CEO, Wellpoint Health Services),

“It has been my observation as a physician that good deeds and charitable acts seem to assist an individual in finding physical, emotional and perhaps spiritual balance. Giving time to help others may have health benefits such as lowering blood pressure, regulating heart rate and boosting mood stability, which in turn can lead to a more happy and fulfilled life.”

Via PR Web