Kindness..pass it on

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kristina

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I don't know what is up, but I have noticed some serious bad attitudes lately. A casual "gym friend" of mine was being really nasty about someone at the gym the other day (that she didn't even know) and it really bummed me out. She made some comment about the woman's shape that was just plain nasty. I told her that I didn't think it was very nice, and now she is mad at me. OH WELL. But the point being, I find myself being surprised when someone is actual PLEASANT...including customer service reps, etc. SOOO I have begun a kindness campaign. I am going out of my way to spread it. My goal is to make contact with someone new every week at my gym, and to make some extra pleasant comment to everyone I meet working behind a cash register or waiting tables. When I eat out, if the service was great, I ask for the manager and tell her so. If not so great, I still scribble "thanks" on the bill with a smiley face.
Who knows, maybe like "Pay it Forward" we can start something, if you are so inclined. ;-)
 
Yes!

Nice idea, Kristina! You never know what a smile or a kind word can do for someone on a particular day. LOVED the movie "Pay It Forward". Thanks for sharing your kindness!!:7

Your-Friend-In-Fitness, DebbieH http://www.plaudersmilies.de/wavey.gif If You Get The Choice To Sit It Out Or Dance...I Hope You DANCE!!!
 
RE: Yes!

Wow Kristina! I, too, have been seeing many bad attitudes. I teach in a high school, and lately the kids have been seemingly very angry. I have two kids that have been recently diagnosed with depression, and many more that have the blahs. The language I hear in the halls is atrocious, and yesterday two eigth grade girls got in a fight after school - looks like one got her nose broken. I keep smiling...and trying to guide kids in more positive directions...but, oof! Let's all try to do something kind for someone else today!
 
My mom always used to say, "Happiness is like jam...you can't spread it around without getting some on yourself."
 
I think this is a wonderful plan. There have been many days in my life that could have been brightened with just one very small kind word. I'm gonna make sure I brighten someone's day, everyday! What goes around comes around.

Thanks for the reminder!
 
Also remember not to take anyone's misery personally. I agree with you! Smile and the world smiles with you, weep and you weep alone. I just read this: As important as it is to let people know where you stand, it's also important to let them know what you won't stand for. It is so important to stick up for people when someone starts cutting them down! Good job, Kristina!

Peace!

Bobbi
 
I absolutely agree. Sometimes the smallest gesture can make a huge difference in someone's day. I know it does for me! It's amazing how the littlest bit of positive energy can just spread and grow when you share it, and that is something the world really needs now.
 
I wanted to share a story: I was standing in line behind a woman at a department store in the women's shoe department (need I say more?) She wanted to exchange two pairs of shoes for a different size. No big deal.

Unfortunately, there was a price discrepancy because the sale was over or whatever and the salesperson had to call the manager for an override.

The woman was PEEVED! She pounded the counter with her fist and SCREAMED to the salesman, "It is the SAME GODDAM SHOE and is an even exchange as far as I'm concerned!!"

Well, the manager did the price override and it was my turn next and I told the guy, "She must be having a bad day, don't let her get to you."

He turned the cash register monitor to me and showed me the amount of the price discrepancy: 27 cents.

I was floored! I mean, this lady was REALLY mad! Maybe it was the principle to her or something, but sheesh!

After that incident, I was reminded that being happy and content is truly a blessing which some people take for granted or don't experience very often. It is easier for some people to be mean-spirited.

Anyway, doing good things for others is a win-win situation because YOU end up feeling good as well.
 
Thanks Kristina!

Great idea. My friends and I STILL want to come in and take a spin class at your gym. From the looks of it you belong to the best gym in town! Wish they had a class fee though. They charge $15! Hmmmm....it would be worth it if I ran into you I guess :)

Anyway, the lady at the library is always just off to me and used to be real friendly. Yesterday I was looking at her and noticing that she is like that to everyone and she just looked miserable herself. I always try to be cheerful to her, but I guess it's not working! But, I won't let it get to me ;-)

Andrea
 
RE: Thanks Kristina!

Tell me about negative people!!! Listen to this....

When I was at the gym lastnight, I was on a cario machine and there is a sign-up board to put your initials (but other people can put their initials on the "waiting section"). Anyway, all the machines were full, and this guy put his initials on the waiting section by machine #7. When the machine was free, the man was no where to be found, so a lady put her name on the board and jumped on (she probably didn't know the "procedure"). O.K., so the guy saw that and freaked out at the lady. He was yelling, etc. Since I only had 1 minute left before I got off, I said to him, "I'll be off in a minute, you can have my machine." And, he said, "Forget it, I'd rather fight". I can't stand that!! I mean, don't people workout to be more relaxed as well as to stay in shape? I ignored what he said, gave him a big smile, and said, "What did you say?" He said, "Nevermind" and walked away. I just wanted to run home and workout at home with Cathe instead!! Tonight, I will do just that.
 
RE: Andrea re: spin

Hi Andrea. I can get a few day passes for the gym if you have Nevada ID. You'll have to put up with an annoying speal from the sales staff, but...
give me a call at 382-2200 ext. 220 if you are coming down. :)
 
RE: Thanks for sharing

THanks for sharing your stories. I myself am guilty...I ended up getting SHUT OUT of spin this week because like, 40 brand new gym members showed up (there are only 25 bikes) and the instructor did nothing to organize the crowd outside the room. I got elbowed in the head, pushed, and the only bike I could grab ended up being broken. By the time I realized it, all the available working bikes were taken. I didn't have regular shoes, so I couldn't just go run. I ended up uttering a very nasty expletative (not proud). Then I calmed down and very nicely explained the problem to the manager. He was expecting a total nasty fight, I could tell. I started off with, "I am not trying to take this out on you, so pls. understand I am just very, very frustrated." It ended up being very positive and he told me he couldn't believe how nice I was considering. So, I guess, everyone is just on edge, frustrated and angry these days after 911. All you can do is understand people have bad days and instead of feeding back the negative energy, try to diffuse it if you can. Happy friday All!
 
RE: Andrea re: spin

Kristina, just want to chime in here and say what a great idea. I know that when I am in any kind of funk, a kind word or smile, changes my whole day. Isn't it sad that people have so soon forgotten 9/11, after which we were all united and saw things in a different light. This needs to be something that we think about all the time. We are all very different beings and if we can't say something nice to or about someone, we should not. God knows, I am a long way from being the perfect person, in perfect shape, etc. etc. So why should I talk about someone else. This is something I am going to try to do all the time. thanks again Kristina. Mary

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Yes, Kristina

Thank you! I'll definitely do that. Hopefully soon :)

Andrea
 
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