It always amazes me how much the smallest gesture can really touch my soul.
- A friend gave me a calendar she thought I would enjoy.
- It happened to be right at the time I was switching to working fully remote, moving departments, and sort of feeling unsure how my future would pan out with the friends I had made at the office. This thoughtful gift meant the world to me and made me feel that even with working from home and changing roles, I would not loose the friends I had made.
- Family members reached out to see about how I felt after my second covid shot.
- I didn't feel well. I knew this was very temporary and that the shot was truly going to help, but I still felt sorry for myself for having nasty side-effects. Just receiving a text asking how I was feeling, brightened my spirits. Made me realize people cared.
- A stranger complimented me on my hair.
- I was having a truly bad hair day and was considering chopping it all off. The stranger's compliment helped remind me that just because I was having a bad day, didn't mean I should change my looks.
- A friend gave me a smiley rubber stamp she always kept on her desk.
- She thought I would appreciate it. I still keep it on my desk to this day and it makes me smile.
I have really come to appreciate the small expressions of friendship and kindness. I know people are very busy. The fact someone took the time to help improve my day, means a lot. Sometimes the smallest kind words, thoughts, gestures, or gifts can have a huge impact.
As you go through your day, try and ensure you help brighten someone else's day. And, if someone takes the time to uplift your day, realize what a blessing you have received.
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