You have the choice to treat people however you like and sometimes that will depend on how much you care. Small acts of kindness can allow you to escape your own mind for long enough to remember that we've all got stuff going on. Without knowing it, sometimes the kindness of strangers can be enough … Continue reading Effects of choosing kindness
Tag: attention
What do you mean, you don’t know?
I don't know was one of my most used phrases during my school days. It was an easy 3 words to use in situations where I didn't want to participate, like class. I'd sit daydreaming, ruminating or just quietly paying attention. Then all of a sudden a teacher would call on me for the answer … Continue reading What do you mean, you don’t know?
Exposed
How do you feel when you try something that doesn't work? One of the things that limits people from trying new things or just being themselves is not the thing itself but the feeling that comes afterwards. That feeling of being exposed. Of all eyes on you and nothing to show for yourself. The thought … Continue reading Exposed
Negative indulgence
Thoughts on how we sometimes make ourselves feel worse. In a recent moment I found myself choosing to do something that wasn't making me feel good. Now the details aren't important but the lesson I learnt in the moment is. Imagine you're doing something and you it doesn't feel good. On one hand you can … Continue reading Negative indulgence
The Daily Gemm 