PLEDGE


I pledge to write one letter each Sunday -

to myself or someone else - as an act of reflection,

connection and calm.

I believe in the power of carving out a pocket of time

for myself and I am committed to embracing this

ritual as a way of creating balance in my life.

join 14,654 others and counting. We also recommend creating a physical pledge card too, but signing here helps us keep track of the size of the project and allows us to gently keep in touch with reminders.

If you like the sound of the project but don’t feel ready to take the pledge yet, you can sign up to stay in the loop with gentle reminders until you’re ready here.

  • We can get lost in the "social" noise framing our days and lose the ability to truly see what is around us. I want a respite from this - a moment, or many, to shape thought, feed creativity and find joy.

    Heather 15.08.26

  • Writing letters is something that links your pleasure to that of another. One sending and one receiving. In a slow and deliberate manner you share something with the world through contact with one person. Small and slow in a big and fast world.

    Saskia 15.08.26

  • In a time where everything is supposed to be quick, efficient and as short as possible, I think taking the time for a handwritten letter is an act of rebellion!

    Susan 15.08.26

  • This pledge matters to me because it encourages commitment, trust and a meaningful connection between people. It reminds us to keep our promises, to communicate respectfully and appreciate the new friendships we make along the way no matter how near or far.

    Lisa 15.08.26

  • I wish to open my eyes and heart to new and wonderful things and people around me.

    Brittany 15.08.26

  • So many of us are feeling the disconnection from one another at a time when we’re, ironically, always “connected. Having the space and time to write to someone is so incredibly special and rewarding.

    Caroline 14.08.26

  • Most pledges that I've taken prior I have been ushered into as logical and necessary next steps. With three fingers to the sky I pledged to do my best, be true to myself and take action for a better world. A decade later, on my knees in white, I vowed to love only one man for the rest of my life. This is the first pledge I've taken of my own volition. I believe in pen and paper and humanity. I believe in the need for connection and kindness. I believe empathy is a practiced trait and once shared is contagious. I believe in the physical connection between hand and vision and I promise to continue the art of cursive writing forever and ever. Sincerely,

    Samantha 14.08.26

  • I am a retired English and Creative Writing teacher who now works at an independent stationery shop. I have reignited my letter-writing practice and am thrilled to have this source of gentle accountability and hopeful inspiration.

    Michelle 14.08.26

  • In this digital age, growing up with the internet, I have realized that a large part of my conscious has been absorbed and taken from me. I feel myself not being present or introspective or thoughtful. I want to reconnect with my mind and with others.

    Zack 14.08.26

  • I believe loneliness and isolation make a significant impact on a person's wellbeing or sense of wellbeing. I feel connection can help reduce both of those feelings we all experience from time-to-time. The bright side of connection is the realization connecting requires very little and often seen in small acts like a warm smile, a held door, or a small joke in line. Writing a letter once a week is a small act my home can participate in and open to how it impacts our experience as well.

    Lauren 14.08.26

  • Physical letter writing is a dying art that must be revived. I believe it gives a greater personal connection to those that exchange letters versus texts. I would love to be more present in my life as i enter my late 20s.

    Grace 14.08.26

  • I long miss the feeling of opening a heartfelt note from a loved one. When I look back over my life, some of my best gifts and happiest moments are of opening or reminiscing on handwritten letters I have received.

    Gabrielle 13.08.26

  • A great way to connect positively with others. Communication in the traditional way far outweighs technology as there is a magical moment of putting pen to paper.

    Lynsey 13.08.26

  • In a world increasingly ordered around optimization, speed, and volume, the simple act of slowing down, finding one's own thoughts, feelings, and ideas, writing them out by hand, with a real pen, on real paper, for ourselves or to be delivered in physical form to a stranger now friend, feels important, even revolutionary, like we are protecting something worth protecting. A letter may seem a rather inconsequential thing, but the art of letter writing in some small way holds a line: one that keeps our humanity intact and reminds us of the humanity in those around us; an art which is not only beautiful, but at this moment in history, where divisions are many and the artificial is ever encroaching upon us, necessary, and dare I say, courageous.

    Marcella 13.08.26

  • This is already a thing I do regularly so taking this pledge only makes it official and accountable. I believe writing letters to loved ones or self one, is one of the most powerful act in the world. Taking the time, deeply reflecting, sharing kind and meaninful words, putting effort and joy in an enveloppe and just letting the time do his business. Then, the butterflies fly in the stomach until receiving an answer. So magical ! Thank you !

    Ana 13.08.26

  • Writing is how I make my living. Personal, handwritten letters are a thing of wonder and joy. At a young age writing to my brothers who were away in the Vietnam war. The thrill of knowing they would receive my letter, crafting questions for them to reply, and then anticipation waiting for a return. This sealed it for my practice and I have been writing letters ever since. I am thrilled to find a group with the same passion.

    Mary Jo 15.08.26

  • Reading about this pledge, several times now, always makes me think of and miss my best friend. We have known each other since kindergarden, and we spent most days together in our teenage years. But then we moved to different cities, and although they are not that far apart, with kids, full time jobs, divorce, illness (basically life) happening so fast, we don’t see each other as often as I would love to. We have written letters throughout the years, when I lived abroad, when she was away for school, and we used to send postcards from vacations. She has even sent Christmas cards. But I haven’t sent her anything for years even though I have thought about often. I’m always a bit too busy, forget it until I lay in bed and can’t sleep or just on to the next thing. But I miss her. And I miss sharing the little things too, not just a summary of the latest news when we do meet. I wanna know her thoughts, everyday adventure and struggles, details we forget to share because they seem unimportant in the big picture and when you only have a few hours to catch up. Taking this pledge is a way of reminding me, committing me to taking the time to write and reconnect with her and hopefully get a little closer again <3

    Diana 16.08.26

  • A few years ago I made a New Year’s Resolution to write a letter once a week to someone who’d made a difference in my life, just to let them know what they’d done for me. I didn’t keep that resolution. Didn’t even write one letter. This will be different because I know there are thousands of other people doing the same thing. I’ll write my first letter tomorrow. Looking forward to sitting in my hammock and enjoying the letter writing process.

    Gayle 15.08.26