Compelling Power

I have to say that one of my favorite things in life is the power behind people feeling compelled to carry out an act. Acts of service, reaching out in thanks, acknowledging someone for their skills, giving that positive review, paying it forward, generous tips, anything of that nature. The power behind human connectivity and the human experience. I LOVE IT! Feeling that urge to reach out. That feeling that compels you to act. I was recently on the receiving end of an uplifting email and it made my day, and compelled me to compose this blog entry. Thinking about the times that I have been compelled into similar action brings me joy in seeing the responses of others that I have reached out to and I can empathize with the fulfilling/satisfying feeling that takes hold of you on the receiving end.

So I urge everyone to carry out these acts more often! There are compelling powers at work in the world and we should all act upon them when they arise!

Give that compliment when it is due.
Tip generously when it is earned.
Compose that email of gratitude for great customer service.
Pat someone on the back when hard work has ensued.
Leave that note of appreciation to those people in your life that should hear it every day!
AND SO ON!

I am currently on a life high due to one quickly drafted email of thanks. Let's uplift the world! Shake things up with positivity, that is what compelling power is all about.

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