See Something, Say Something. Mark Goodness.
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Dear Boisterous One,
Last week I was driving to the grocery store, on the run for fresh veggies and I decide to take a back road versus the commercial, busy street. My car crept down a shady middle class neighborhood. The street was quiet and spotless. The parts of the neighborhood that did have sunshine rayed through my sunroof.
About three blocks in I saw a white woman bending down to a stroller. Her face was lit with so much light. Internal light. She smiled and talked to whomever was in that stroller. As I passed her I saw a little brown baby laughing back at her. His smile was just as gigantic as hers. You know what happened next right? My heart turned to cream (soupy cream). My lips stretched across my face and behind my ears, I was smiling with them. The moment moved me so much that I turned around in a driveway and went back to speak to the woman.
“I have to tell you, that is the sweetest thing I’ve seen all day. The way you were looking at him nearly took my breath away,” I said.
“Aww shucks, thank you!” She said blushing. “That’s sweet of you to say.”
“In a world that feels torn and very conflicted, soft moments like this are often overlooked. I appreciate you.” I said.
“You’re right, things are heavy. Thank you so much, I hadn’t thought of it this way. By the way, nice car.” She said.
That was it, I left and did my shopping. I did, however, return to that scene many times over. It was a comforting visual, one of the things I like to lock in my heart and hold on to.
The art of seeing something and saying something probably took a whole two minutes out of my life (and a tiny bit of courage to talk to strangers). If you and I are seeking to be bolder and live remarkable lives, then seeking the good, having sharp optimism is essential.
It’s a simple 1, 2, 3-
See the good in others
Savor the moment within
Speak up on the tender moments if possible, let people know when you see good (or God) in action
BONUS (because you deserve one): Journal about the moment, or plug a paragraph in the Notes app on your phone. Give special moments a place to breathe. Return to the story whenever you need a reminder to see the cup completely full.
Here’s a video with tips to help you stay positive. Remember to “like” the video if you, well, like it.
Copy and Share this link with another optimist: https://youtu.be/kiKqvq_7pdc
Lean toward the goodness,
Raquel
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Raquel Eatmon is a Be Bold Accomplice, Keynote Speaker and Author of Beyond Enough How to Lead with Your Whole Self. For over a decade she has produced the Woman of Power Leadership Conference for high potentials. She is challenging audiences to live and lead bolder lives through strategic risk taking rituals. Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn
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