Everybody wants to be popular, cool, part of the in crowd, or we’ll say it – people want to be awesome! However, how you achieve this level of coolness isn’t so clear. Is it in the music you listen to, the clothes you wear, the places you eat and drink, or is it just a hard to define vibe that you have? Yeah, we’re more confused than you are. Luckily, there is one clear road to being an awesome person, and that is – other people, or specifically, being great to other people!
With the Family
Nobody’s family is perfect. In fact, most people’s family is very far from being perfect. Still, they’re your blood, your kin. You’ve most likely taken a lot from all of them over the years, and have definitely taken a fair bit from your parents. We’re not trying to guilt trip you, but…how much have you given back? It’s never too late to start doing more for your family. You can look after your brother’s kids, use https://caregiverconnection.org/senior-living-near-me/ to find accommodation for your aging parents, and organize get togethers that bring the whole family under one roof. A lot of people feel out of place in their life, so this is about letting go of your ego and doing something positive for the family’s sake alone.
Your Friends
When things aren’t going so well, we rely on our friends to be there for us, gee us up, and help sort out our problems. They do this for you, so you should want to be there for them. If one of your friends is in a bad way, make sure you’re there for them as often as you can. It won’t be a bag of laughs, but they’ll never forget it. Even if all is well, you can still bring your friendship A game by being a positive person excited to spend time with your friends, and treating them to nice things when you can.
In the Workplace
Workplace politics can be even more difficult than families! Work stress, stupid arguments, argh, yes, it’s not easy. But take one step back, remove yourself the surface chaos of a workplace. What’s really going on here? In all likelihood, it’s just a few small issues that have been turned into something much bigger. Don’t let them affect your work happiness more than they should, and don’t forget that your colleagues are people just like yourself. They might feel lonely or unhappy; don’t compound their misery by picking unnecessary arguments. Instead, be a force for good in the office – if you lead by example, others will respond to your positive attitude and you might succeed in changing the dour workplace into…an awesome workplace!
On the Streets
The people serving you coffee, driving the buses, or trying to sign you up to donate to a good cause are people too. Remember, we’re all in this crazy game called life together, so don’t make everything about you – be kind to everyone!
Tamra Phelps says
These sound like pretty accurate points to me. You get what you give, definitely.
Janet W. says
Great post! We all need to spread kindness however we can!