POSITIVE VIBES
do good
feel good
BY SUSAN LEIGH
TREATING PEOPLE WITH RESPECT AND SENSITIVITY CAN HELP THEM GET A HEALTHIER PERSPECTIVE ON SETBACKS AND BE BETTER EQUIPPED TO GROW AND MOVE FORWARD.
O ur time through the global pandemic has prompted many of us to revise our priorities and discover what really matters in life. The extravagant gestures, parties, celebrations, and gifts have, for many people, lost their charm and relevance. We’re far more interested in our relationships, the quality of our daily lives, the small kindnesses, and the little things we enjoy that cost nothing. The most meaningful things in life are often the thoughtful gestures, the phone calls from a neighbor or friend, someone checking in on us to see that we’re okay, maybe asking if we need any shopping done, or dropping off something freshly baked. The unexpected compli- ment, gesture of appreciation, or thank you card can really enhance our day — things that cost very little in monetary terms but cause us to smile for quite a while afterwards. And interestingly, our good mood helps improve other people’s
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day, because when we’re happy, it feels great and positive to lift other spirits, to match our own. Gifts have become more personalized, as ordering online and having a delivery driver drop off a gift on the doorstep doesn’t have as much appeal as something picked out in person. As the unique, smaller gift shops and markets close, so many of us have turned our free time to arts and crafts for inspiration: a handmade card or picture, a beautifully iced cake, a hand- knitted scarf, or a scrapbook of significant memories and souvenirs becomes an especially meaningful gift. Receiving something that someone has made specifically for us makes it extra-special. In many ways, the little things in life count more than the big things. Those minor slights that gradually erode our confidence and self-esteem — witnessing a shrug, half- smile, or sarcastic comment —
undermine how we feel about ourselves. But equally, a positive comment, compliment, or kind gesture can bring sunshine to our day. Susan Leigh, South Manchester hypnotherapist, relationship counselor, writer, and media contributor, offers help with relationship issues, stress management, assertiveness, and confidence. She works with individual counselor, clients and couples and provides corporate workshops and support.
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