It only took five days for me to fail the 30-Day Kindness Challenge. Five days. If I was being graded, I’d get a 17%. That’s worse than an F. What kind of kind, generous and compassionate person am I? Last week, I heard about the 30-Day Kindness Challenge and immediately decided to do it. It…
Month: February 2017
Happier and More Kind in 30 Days? Sign Me Up!
I’m going to be happier 30 days from now, and all it’s going to take is a little bit of kindness. I’m sick of feeling sick and sad, and I’m ready to spark some life back into my life again. Want to join me? I was intrigued by the promise I heard today from Shaunti…
The Carpool Octopus (Wasting Time I Should Be Maximizing)
“I’m not an octopus!” That was the sweet phrase that left my lips as I happened to catch a glimpse of myself in my rearview mirror. At that moment, I was simultaneously attempting to fill a bowl with bunny crackers, skip past the previews on the “Sid the Science Kid” movie playing on our portable…
She Might Be a Jerk – But What If She’s Sick?
What would happen if we saw a person’s struggles before we judged their actions? The worst experience I ever had at a Denver Bronco game had nothing to do with the score. It was a picturesque fall day in 2013 – sunny, bright and festive as we tailgated before a preseason game. The Broncos had…
Why You Hate Me (and I Hate You)
“Can you believe what Porter tweeted today?” “I didn’t realize that Alucard was a person-ist. He’s never talking to my child again!” “I am going to have to unfriend Quartz.” “Anyone who thinks that kittens aren’t cuddly – I just can’t even deal with them.” “That’s it – there’s no way I’m volunteering for that…