I Spent a Whole Day Trying to Uplift Everyone I Met. This is What Happened...
by Sueños on 01/10/17
I woke up on Saturday and proceeded with my normal routine. 30 minutes of meditation, a few sun salutations, a brush of the teeth, and then it was time to meet up with some friends for breakfast. We hit out favorite spot, a small diner that used to be a Japanese restaurant, now priced for college students. After ordering coffee and a pancakes, my total came to five dollars. Now our server had been exceptional, especially for how busy they were, however, I try to tip well in general. (Food Service ain't easy folks). Because my bill didn't come out to much, I left $20 on the table and headed out. She chased me down in the parking lot to see if I needed change. When I explained to her that I left her a $15 dollar tip she gave me a huge hug, almost slipping on the ice. I couldn't help but walk away from the encounter with a huge grin on my face.
The guy behind the counter at the gas station near my house was the next stranger I bumped into. The store seems to have a hard time keeping people, but no matter, it's a small town and it's good to get along with everyone. I noticed he had a Bronco's phone case, and I decided to compliment him on it, even though I know close to nothing about American Football. We talked a bit and joked around and introduced ourselves. Now, whenever I go to the gas station, we chat a bit toss some jokes around, and always have a good laugh.
The final group I ran into that night was a friend's party. When I walked in, the boredom at the party was palpable. Few people were interacting with one another. Most were staring at their cups, while music blasted all around them. This was unacceptable. So, I did what I like doing most, just started dancing. Some would say that's brave, but the bravest person in a large social group, is the first person to join the crazy dancing guy. That person is essentially reinforcing to the whole group that they agree with the crazy dancing guy. Luckily, I have some pretty crazy friends. By the end of the first song, we had recruited 5 people to our ranks. By the end of the second, the entire house was dancing. It was some of the most fun I've had, and everyone was grinning ear to ear.
A community is made of its members. People talk about how they miss the day when they used to know the milkman, and everyone who worked at the closest coffee shop. However, those days are not behind us, we just have to put in a little more effort. Uplifting people will always give back so much more than it takes. In this case I gave money, time, and my pride, in exchange I received something worth much more -- love.
This was a guest blog by one of our coaches Diego Andreas. If you like what you read check out his blog at : www.wonderingintomyself.com
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