Fred Rogers, known to most of us from the TV show, Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood was an unassuming hero with a bold but simple message: Everyone matters. His life was one of Universal Love and Kindness. We can all walk away inspired by this man to share our own message in the world.

NOTES:

Our conversation was centered around the movie, Won’t You Be My Neighbor.

Some famous quotes from Fred Rogers:

Here’s the link to the touching twitter feed about the man who met Mr. Rogers in the elevator: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2017/05/23/mr-rogers-story-probably-make-you-cry/340111001/:

Here is the episode when Mr Rogers washed his feet with Officer Clemons, one of the many ways he challenged racial sterotypes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5YXNLvQlOA

Dialogue Questions:

• What is your message for the world?
• What would it take for you to relentlessly broadcast your message in all ways and in all places?
• Do you believe in Mr. Rogers’ vision for the world? If so, how would we participate in creating it?

Affirmation

I am a message in this world. I bring myself fully, vulnerably and authentically to every encounter. I am here to powerfully share my message and co-create a world that truly does work for all.