Do you ever take a moment to think about someone else's life story? When you walk down the street and pass all of those cars, do you ever think about the person behind that wheel, what stress they could possibly be going through? I tend to think about this a lot. Every one of us has a story to tell, from our own life experience to second hand experience, having those moments of reflection can really help to remind us that we are all going through life one foot at a time.
I know I'm not the only one who deals with some type of anxiety. At times it petrofies me and I miss out on opportunities, but I have learned to push myself out of my comfort zone for the benefit of not only myself, but the people I interact with. To some people, saying a simple "Hello!" can be an extraordinary task, and once they take that first step, it can lead to some amazingly positive outcomes.
We as humans enjoy being noticed. From our vanity, to our insecurity, we are constantly looking for validation, and sometimes it comes from things we would never think about. In this instance, a friendly hello. There is something comforting in knowing that someone wants to acknowledge you, especially when it is presented in a friendly manor or jesture.
To start the week, try and say hello to someone outside of your normal routine. You just might bring some much needed positivity to someones day.
-Balfour Wong
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