This gave me the chills. Nothing beats the Olympics. Nothing. And nothing beats Moms.
On Being Kind
Kindness.
Since when did this concept become so rare?
Take a look at the current presidential elections, the comments on YouTube, or even within the confines of your own office. The overwhelming amount of selfish, entitled, downright mean comments that come out of otherwise civilized people is really starting to scare me.
Since when did giving “the finger” replace giving a compliment?
How long has it been cool to tear someone down with an insult rather than building them up with a friendship.
Who decided that the ruthless mentality of entitlement (as long as I get what I want, it doesn’t matter who I step on to get it) is more appropriate than selflessness and kindness.
I’ve been working in the customer service industry for years in one position or another. I’m amazed at how many customers approach employees with a “gotcha” attitude. They are always on the lookout for something free.
Hot coffee is now a chance to sue for millions of dollars. A spilled drink is an excuse for a free meal. A misspoken word is fodder for a smear campaign. Simple, human mistakes are now an opportunity for selfishness that all-too-often comes coupled with cruelty.
Nothing but perfection is tolerated.
I say it’s time for nice to be cool. It’s time for patience and understanding to make their mark. It’s time that compliments outweigh complaints.
As I think of my daily interactions, I’m committing myself to look for, and more readily point out the good that I see. I hope you join me.
Kindness is the new cool.
Do what you love. Love what you do.
Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.
- Steve Jobs
hey amber rae: Take initiative, trust your gut, and create revolutions in your work
If you have a passion for passion, this is something you definitely want to watch/be a part of. I have no doubt that Amber Rae and her team rewill knock your socks off.
A year ago I set out on a journey to explore my passions and experience the answer of what was next for me.
I quit my stable and comfortable job, sold my car and apartment of furniture, and gave all but 12 outfits to charity. I packed my life into a suitcase and hopped on a plane from San…
Remarkable, possibly my favorite word.
“What’s the point of being alive if you don’t at least try to do something remarkable?”
Dealing with vulnerability and shame all boils down to our desire to love ourselves and others. We must accept that we are enough.
You cannot dull your negative emotions without dulling all of your emotions, and dulling your emotions makes it impossible to live and love life. Shame, fear, failure, and vulnerability are all proof that you are alive. Appreciate that.
