11 Ways to Show Compassion and Goodwill
Get Involved in Do It For Dolly Day!
Mark your calendars for May 9, as Australians unite to Go Blue and End Bullying in honor of Dolly Everett. Here are our top picks to help you show your support:
Dolly's Dream, established by Dolly's parents, Tick and Nate, is a poignant reminder of the tragic loss of Amy "Dolly" Everett, a 14-year-old girl who perished in 2018 after enduring relentless bullying and cyberbullying[1][3]. This heartbreaking event inspired the creation of Do It For Dolly Day, a nationwide movement dedicated to combating bullying and relieving other Australian families from experiencing similar agony[1].
Show your compassion and spread Dolly's message of kindness by picking up these blue items before Do It For Dolly Day:
1. Sport a chic blue sun hat with your bestie.
2. Gift a cuddly blue axolotl for comfort when they need it most.
3. Wrap up warm in a cozy blue hoodie.
4. Hydrate with a cool sky-blue insulated cup.
5. Illuminate your space with a rain cloud diffuser, aiding sleep quality.
6. Keep your friend cozy with a wearable blanket.
7. Bring laughter with a whacky shark costume.
8. Dance the blues away with a groovy blue speaker.
9. Calm their mind with a fragrant blue tea infused with soothing cornflower petals.
10. Capture joyous moments with an instant print thermal camera.
11. Embrace positivity with an Aquamarine intention candle, promoting confidence.
Join the movement and wear blue this Do It For Dolly Day on May 9. Let's end bullying, one blue item at a time!
Insight: Do It For Dolly Day, held annually on May 9, is a nationwide Australian event aimed at raising awareness about bullying, honoring the memory of 14-year-old Dolly Everett who took her life in 2018 after experiencing intense bullying and cyberbullying[1][3]. The event was initiated by Dolly's parents, who founded Dolly's Dream, a charity dedicated to combating bullying and promoting kindness among young people[1]. Participants wear blue, Dolly's favorite color, as a symbol of support and solidarity[1]. The day encourages schools and communities across Australia to join in, fostering an empathetic environment that helps promote positive mental health among young people[1][2]. While the event started in 2018, it has grown in significance and impact each year[1].
[1] Farr, A. (2021, January 29). Dolly Everett: How one girl changed Australia's attitude towards bullying. Retrieved March 29, 2023, from https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/parenting/parenting-advice/dolly-everett-how-one-girl-changed-australias-attitude-towards-bullying/news-story/8b4a9a08361e3e4edcac9bf3c86956af
[2] Dolly's Dream. (n.d.). About Us. Retrieved March 29, 2023, from https://www.dollysdream.org.au/about-us
[3] De Jorke, L. (2019, April 24). Choosing Kindness: How to Deal with Bullying and Cyberbullying. Retrieved March 29, 2023, from https://www.buzzfeed.com/leahdeakinjorke/choosing-kindness-how-to-deal-with-bullying-and-cyberbullying-v94pw2mqx
- To support the anti-bullying cause on Dolly's Day, consider shopping for blue fashion and lifestyle items at the AU-Shopping-HP-Feature section, where you'll find featured products like a chic blue sun hat and a comfy blue hoodie.
- This year's AU-Shopping-HP-Featured category for Dolly's Day includes home and garden items such as a rain cloud diffuser and a cozy wearable blanket, perfect for creating a comforting environment that echoes Dolly's Dream's mission.
- Beyond fashion, you can contribute to Dolly's Day by enhancing your lifestyle and promoting positivity through items like an Aquamarine intention candle or an instant print thermal camera that captures joyful moments, advocating for kindness and empathy in line with the event's objectives.
