Now this is how to spread happiness
http://oliana0.livejournal.com/242111.html
My friend decided that what makes her happy is doing affirmations for others she knows… and Man oh man is she good at it. The one she did for me made me tear up.
This is the best example of spreading happiness that I have found that iis also deeply meaningful. I like this even more than the #30daysofhappiness meme. It is what I was looking for when I started this intellectual exploration of happiness! It makes her happy and allows her to spread such meaningful happiness. Beyond a quick fix – this helps people create better perceptions of self and encourages them to strive further in the right directions.
Earlier I did a post on Criticism and how I don’t want to ever use it as a form of communication unless you know it is a dangerous situation. (Yes I know I’m mess up on this occasionally but it is a goal…) This post/action of her is the perfect counterpoint! And can be used to illustrated Affirmation as a leadership style.
Hey Girl! You hit the top of the Mazlow’s hierarchy with this one! Gold star Michelle – Gold star!
January 21st, 2010 at 11:31 pm
That was a good post she wrote.
I’ve done something similar where I’ve complimented random people about stuff they’ve accomplished. It’s always an interesting reaction because they’re really taken aback. And my comments aren’t anything more than just acknowledging whatever struggles they’ve had to go through to get where they are now. But it’s always nice to feel appreciated.