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Writing for change

It’s the year 2050, your loved one is opening the letter you’re writing today. What will you share about this moment in history?

Imagine the world they’re living in; what do you hope they see? What do you wish for their family, their life, and their community?

Think about the experiences and places you hope will be passed along to them. What will you do to make sure their world is fair and thriving?

Letter writing tips

Thinking about the future world your loved one will be living in can be challenging, and it might bring up some complex emotions. If you’re not sure where to start, take a look at our suggestions:

1. Make it Personal

Think of someone you love living in the future: your child, grandchild, future child, niece, nephew, or perhaps your future self. How will you start your letter to your loved one?

2. The world today, the world in 2050

Consider this moment in history. What do you want to tell your loved one about today? You could share something about yourself, and how you like to spend your time. You could describe places and people that are important to you, and the values that guide your life.

As you think about the world in 2050, what images come to mind? What places do you hope will be preserved for your loved one to enjoy? How might today’s challenges impact the future? This is an open space, and an opportunity to express any difficult emotions that may come up.

3. Space for hope

What does your letter say about the thriving world you wish for your loved one? What will this world look, feel, and smell like? What does it mean to live a good life in 2050?

4. Make a promise

How will you help create a future worthy of your loved one and those who come after? Tell them about the actions you are already taking, and the larger role you see for yourself in the next year and beyond. This letter is an opportunity to make a commitment to yourself and to the person you love.