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Jane Goodall - What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make

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Welcome to the Daily Quote – a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern, for September 26th.Today is National Alpaca Day, and if that doesn't immediately make you smile, you haven't spent enough time thinking about alpacas. These incredibly adorable South American camelids have captured hearts around the world with their fluffy coats, gentle demeanor, and almost impossibly cute expressions.The United States celebrates National Alpaca Farm Day on September 26th, organized by the Alpaca Owners Association to educate people about these remarkable animals and promote alpaca farming. But America isn't alone in its alpaca love – New Zealand celebrates their National Alpaca Day on May 2nd, and Peru, the ancestral home of alpacas, celebrates theirs on August 1st.What makes alpacas so special? Beyond their undeniable cuteness, they're incredibly gentle, intelligent, and produce some of the world's finest natural fiber. Their wool is hypoallergenic, water-resistant, and softer than cashmere. Plus, they're environmentally friendly – their soft padded feet don't damage grassland, and they're efficient grazers that don't overeat.Today's quote comes from naturalist Jane Goodall, who said:"What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make."You might wonder what Jane Goodall's wisdom about making a difference has to do with alpacas, but there's actually a beautiful connection here. Alpacas represent a perfect example of how choosing gentleness and sustainability can make a positive difference in the world.Think about what alpacas teach us through their very existence. They're proof that you don't need to be aggressive or dominant to thrive. These gentle creatures have survived for thousands of years in harsh mountain environments not through force, but through adaptability, community, and efficiency. They live harmoniously in herds, they're naturally calm and curious, and they take only what they need from their environment.The people who choose to raise alpacas are often making a conscious decision about the kind of difference they want to make. They're choosing sustainable farming, supporting local fiber production, and working with animals that embody gentleness and cooperation rather than competition and aggression.Goodall's quote reminds us that every choice we make – from the careers we pursue to the way we treat others – is an opportunity to decide what kind of difference we want to make in the world. Alpacas, in their quiet way, show us that sometimes the most profound differences come from choosing kindness over harshness, sustainability over exploitation.So today, think about Jane Goodall's question and what alpacas can teach us about making a difference. How can you bring more alpaca-like qualities into your day – gentleness, curiosity, calm presence, and taking only what you need?Maybe it's choosing patience over frustration in a difficult conversation. Maybe it's approaching a challenge with quiet determination rather than aggressive force. Maybe it's simply being more present and gentle with the people around you.The key is remembering that sometimes the most meaningful differences we make come through gentleness, sustainability, and treating others – human and animal alike – with kindness and respect.
That's going to do it for today... I'm Andrew McGivern signing off for now but I'll be back tomorrow. Same pod time same pod station with another Daily Quote.

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