While preparing for my Moment of Wisdom at my upcoming staff meeting, I feel in love with a new outlook. Instead of thinking about things to be thankful for, as it is Random Acts of Kindness week, I thought it was important to think about the extraordinary things that are happening for others.
Don't believe me?
Right now...
- A small group of people are building something that will soon make the impossible possible
- A piece of literature is being written that will eventually change your perspective on life
- Young children all over the world are singing and dancing before they even realize there is no music
- A friend is helping a friend rise above the thoughts of suicide
- There is someone out there who smiles when they think of a specific moment they once shared with you.
- Someone is thinking what you're thinking, but hasn't said anything yet either
- Somewhere someone is admiring a breathtaking sunrise and somewhere else a surreal sunset
- People of various religious backgrounds are in temples, churches, mosques and other places of worship praying, wholeheartedly, for world peace
- Hundreds of cute elderly couples are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary
- Two best friends are laughing so hard they aren't even making any noise
- A future world leader is in grade school at recess (this one gave me chills)
- There's a kid studying hard somewhere who aspires to get where you are in life
- Someone in your vicinity genuinely wants to be your friend
- Someone is taking a shower and singing happily at the top of their lungs
- A high school athlete just broke her own personal record
- Someone is hugging a friend who desperately needs it
- A grandfather is holding his granddaughter's hand and they're both smiling from ear to ear
- Someone just places their spare change in the charity collection cup at the grocery store
- A small group of friends are sitting around a table sharing funny stories and cheerfully reminiscing about the good old days
- Someone out there is missing you and looking forward to your next visit
Believe me now?
This both inspired me and made me feel guilty about how much I take for granted (but in a good way). Love you JB!
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