A New Seed of Connection in Sheffield

Something You Can Do.

Dear Love Sheffield friend,

In a world often driven by transactions and profit, we believe it’s time to celebrate something far more powerful: simply caring. Today, we’d like to introduce a simple, heartfelt idea - something that begins as a small gesture but might just grow into a quiet movement of connection across Sheffield.

Imagine receiving a hand-drawn note, decorated with a simple heart and a gentle spiral, and the words “thank you” written beneath. No organisation’s name, no brand, no request for anything in return - just an unexpected reminder that you matter as a person. These “connection notes” are our way of encouraging everyone in our community to see one another as unique, creative, and compassionate human beings.

By creating and giving these notes - on a bus ride, at the corner shop, or in your own neighbourhood - you can spark a tiny moment of joy in someone’s day. And the beauty of it is that anyone can join in, no special materials or training required. The idea is for each note to pass from hand to hand, each new recipient inspired to create their own and share it forward, until these quiet tokens of appreciation weave their way through our city.

In the weeks ahead, we’ll be exploring ways to gently spread these connection notes across Sheffield. We’d love to have you join us. Let’s help one another remember that beyond our everyday transactions, we are human beings worthy of recognition, kindness, and care. Let’s start this gentle ripple of connection and see how far it travels.

Warm wishes and creative compassion,

Brian