Have you ever had that feeling when you really don’t know what to say, so you just say nothing? Our moms reminded us when we were young, “If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all.” But have you thought about the opposite of that saying? What if you did a 180-degree turn and you can only say nice things say ALL the time?
I recently ran into one of my former Sunday School students whom I haven’t seen in years. She looked right at me and said “Wow, you look great.” This was something that caught me off guard. It had been one of those mornings where there were too many things and not enough time. I didn’t feel on top of my game at all. Her comment stopped me in my tracks and almost brought me to tears.
Too often, we don’t take the time to tell someone “you look great” or “you are doing an amazing job.” We get caught up in our everyday lives and forget to take the time to use our words for good.
Summer is here and the busy has begun. Families are pulled in 20 different directions. Employees are taking texts and calls at work because kids are not in school. Stress levels are increased.
We do not know other’s situations. We don’t know what that business owner is facing. We have no idea if a friend had supper the night before due to increased summer expenses.
Have you ever received one of the positive cards with a purchase you made? I went into a downtown business yesterday and she put a card in with my purchases. After leaving the store, I pulled out the card to read it. It said “The light in me thinks the light in you is freaking awesome.”
This is a reminder what we do is hard; however, what we do makes us freaking awesome! Whatever the situation you are in, make sure you focus on the positive. Walk out the door in a positive manner. That positivity could be what helps others. Even if you are not feeling wonderful, take 15 seconds and tell someone else something kind. I guarantee it will change their day and more than likely yours also.
Thank a client for placing that order. Compliment a subscriber who is walking down the street. Buy a co-worker coffee. Compliment someone over Zoom. Make the office a pot of their favorite soup. You might just bring that other person to tears.
Summer is here. People are out and about. Now is the time to be kind to others and use your words for good. Words might be hard, but never forget how powerful they can be.
I recently ran into one of my former Sunday School students whom I haven’t seen in years. She looked right at me and said “Wow, you look great.” This was something that caught me off guard. It had been one of those mornings where there were too many things and not enough time. I didn’t feel on top of my game at all. Her comment stopped me in my tracks and almost brought me to tears.
Too often, we don’t take the time to tell someone “you look great” or “you are doing an amazing job.” We get caught up in our everyday lives and forget to take the time to use our words for good.
Summer is here and the busy has begun. Families are pulled in 20 different directions. Employees are taking texts and calls at work because kids are not in school. Stress levels are increased.
We do not know other’s situations. We don’t know what that business owner is facing. We have no idea if a friend had supper the night before due to increased summer expenses.
Have you ever received one of the positive cards with a purchase you made? I went into a downtown business yesterday and she put a card in with my purchases. After leaving the store, I pulled out the card to read it. It said “The light in me thinks the light in you is freaking awesome.”
This is a reminder what we do is hard; however, what we do makes us freaking awesome! Whatever the situation you are in, make sure you focus on the positive. Walk out the door in a positive manner. That positivity could be what helps others. Even if you are not feeling wonderful, take 15 seconds and tell someone else something kind. I guarantee it will change their day and more than likely yours also.
Thank a client for placing that order. Compliment a subscriber who is walking down the street. Buy a co-worker coffee. Compliment someone over Zoom. Make the office a pot of their favorite soup. You might just bring that other person to tears.
Summer is here. People are out and about. Now is the time to be kind to others and use your words for good. Words might be hard, but never forget how powerful they can be.