Becoming the Best Version of You!

Gamesalott

#Kindness #SelfImprovement #BeYourBest #Empathy #PositiveVibes

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00:00Hi everyone, I want to talk about something really important today.

00:06It's kindness.

00:07I know, I know, we hear that word a lot.

00:09But what does it really mean?

00:11For me, it's about making someone's day just a little bit brighter.

00:14It's about choosing to be good to people,

00:16even when it's not the easiest thing to do.

00:18Being nice isn't just about being polite.

00:21It's about genuinely caring for the people around you.

00:24It's a feeling that comes from your heart.

00:27When you are kind, you spread a little bit of sunshine.

00:30And who doesn't love sunshine?

00:32It makes everything better, doesn't it?

00:34Think about a time someone was nice to you for no reason at all.

00:38Maybe a stranger held a door open for you when your hands were full.

00:41Or maybe a friend sent you a funny text just to make you smile.

00:45How did that feel?

00:46It probably felt pretty great.

00:48It made you feel seen and appreciated.

00:50That small moment of kindness can change your whole mood,

00:53maybe even your whole day.

00:54That is the incredible power we all have inside of us.

00:57We have the power to lift people up with just a simple act or a few kind words.

01:01And that is a beautiful thing.

01:03Being kind also feels good for you, not just the other person.

01:06It's like a boomerang of happiness.

01:09When you throw kindness out into the world,

01:11it has a funny way of coming right back to you.

01:13It creates a cycle of positivity that just keeps growing and growing.

01:17You feel happier, more connected and more positive about the world.

01:21It's a win-win situation really.

01:23You make someone else feel good and you end up feeling good too.

01:26It's the easiest way to make your own heart feel full and happy.

01:30And it doesn't cost a thing.

01:31So, let's make a little promise to ourselves.

01:34Let's decide to be the reason someone smiles today.

01:36It doesn't have to be a big grand gesture.

01:38It can be something small, something simple.

01:41The world can be a tough place sometimes.

01:43And a little bit of niceness can go a very, very long way.

01:46It's like adding a little bit of sugar to your coffee.

01:49It just makes everything a little sweeter.

01:51Let's make the world a sweeter place.

01:53One kind act at a time.

01:55It all starts with one person and that person can be you.

02:01Alright, let's get into the fun stuff.

02:03How can we actually be nicer every single day?

02:06It's easier than you think.

02:08My first tip is a classic for a reason.

02:10Just smile at people.

02:12Yes, that's it.

02:13When you're walking down the street or in the grocery store

02:16or waiting in line for your morning coffee,

02:18just look at someone and give them a warm, friendly smile.

02:21You never know what someone is going through.

02:23Your smile could be the only one they see all day.

02:26It's a small gift you can give for free.

02:29And it shows people that you see them and acknowledge them as a fellow human being.

02:32My second tip is to use people's names.

02:35This one is so powerful.

02:37When someone uses your name, it makes you feel important and respected, doesn't it?

02:41So when the barista at the coffee shop tells you their name, try to remember it.

02:45The next time you go in, say,

02:47Hi Sarah, how are you today?

02:49It takes a tiny bit of effort, but it makes the other person feel valued.

02:53It turns a simple transaction into a real human connection.

02:56The same goes for your coworkers, your neighbors, or anyone you meet.

03:00Using a name says, I see you, and you matter to me.

03:04Here's tip number three.

03:06Give a genuine compliment.

03:07Don't just say something to say it.

03:09Find something you truly like or appreciate about someone and tell them.

03:12Maybe you love your coworkers' new haircut.

03:14Tell them, wow, your hair looks amazing today.

03:18Maybe the person at the checkout counter is being really efficient and friendly.

03:22Say, thank you.

03:23You're doing a fantastic job.

03:25A sincere compliment can boost someone's confidence and make them feel wonderful.

03:29It shows that you are paying attention and that you notice the good things about them.

03:33It's like a little verbal high-five.

03:35And for my fourth tip, let's talk about listening.

03:38I mean really truly listening.

03:40A lot of the time when we are in a conversation, we are just waiting for our turn to talk.

03:45Instead, try to be fully present.

03:47Put your phone away, make eye contact, and actually hear what the other person is saying.

03:52Ask follow-up questions.

03:54Show them you are interested in their story.

03:57This is one of the kindest things you can do.

03:59It tells someone that their thoughts and feelings are important to you.

04:02It's a gift of your time and your full attention.

04:08Ready for more?

04:09I knew you were.

04:10Tip number five is all about offering a little bit of help.

04:13You don't have to solve all of someone's problems.

04:15Just look for small opportunities to lend a hand.

04:17For example, if you see someone struggling to carry their groceries to their car, ask if they need help.

04:23If your colleague at work seems overwhelmed with a project, you can say,

04:27Is there anything I can do to take some pressure off?

04:29Even if they say no, the offer itself is an act of kindness.

04:33It shows that you are a team player and that you care about their well-being.

04:36Now for tip number six, and this one is so easy, just say please and thank you.

04:41I know, our parents taught us this when we were kids, but as adults we can sometimes forget.

04:46These are magic words.

04:48They show respect and appreciation for others.

04:50Say thank you to the bus driver.

04:52Say please when you ask for something at a restaurant.

04:54It shows that you don't take other people's services for granted.

04:57It's a simple sign of good manners that makes interaction smoother and more pleasant for everyone involved.

05:03It costs nothing but makes a huge difference in how people perceive you.

05:06Okay, here is my seventh and final tip for today.

05:09Be patient with people.

05:11This can be a tough one, especially when we are in a hurry.

05:14But everyone has bad days.

05:16The person driving slowly in front of you might be lost.

05:19The cashier who is taking a long time might be new at their job.

05:22The friend who cancelled plans at the last minute might be going through something difficult.

05:26Instead of getting frustrated or angry, try to take a deep breath and choose compassion.

05:30Give people the benefit of the doubt.

05:32A little bit of patience is a quiet, but very powerful, form of kindness.

05:37So there you have it.

05:39Seven simple, easy and totally free ways to be a nicer person.

05:43You don't have to do all of them every single day.

05:46Just pick one or two to focus on.

05:48Maybe today you decide to smile at five strangers.

05:51Maybe tomorrow you make a point to give a sincere compliment.

05:54The goal isn't to be perfect.

05:56The goal is just to be a little bit better, a little bit kinder than you were yesterday.

06:00It's a journey, not a destination.

06:02And every single step you take makes the world a better place.

06:07I want to leave you with one final thought.

06:11Never, ever underestimate the power of your kindness.

06:14You might think that a small act doesn't matter much in the grand scheme of things.

06:18But you would be wrong.

06:19It matters so much.

06:21That one smile, that one compliment, that one moment of patience can create a ripple effect.

06:26The person you were kind to might feel so good that they go on to be kind to someone else.

06:31And that person is kind to another, and another, and another.

06:35It's a beautiful chain reaction of goodness that you started.

06:38Think of it like this.

06:39Your kindness is like a little seed.

06:41When you plant it, you might not see it grow right away.

06:44But with a little bit of light and a little bit of care, it can grow into a huge, beautiful tree that provides shade for everyone.

06:50Your small acts of niceness are planting seeds of positivity all over the world.

06:55You are helping to grow a forest of compassion, one little seed at a time.

07:00It's amazing to think that you have that kind of power just by being you, and by choosing to be kind in your everyday life.

07:06Sometimes the world can feel dark and divided.

07:09It's easy to get discouraged by all the bad news we see.

07:12But that is exactly when kindness is needed the most.

07:16It is the light that pushes back the darkness.

07:19It is the glue that holds us all together.

07:21When you choose to be kind, you are making a powerful statement.

07:25You are saying that you believe in goodness.

07:27You are saying that you believe in people.

07:29You are actively choosing to make the world a more loving and connected place for everyone.

07:33And that is an incredible thing to do.

07:36So go out there and be the best version of you.

07:38Be kind to one another.

07:40It's my favorite thing to say, and I mean it every single time.

07:43It's the simplest and most profound advice I can give.

07:46Let's make kindness cool.

07:48Let's make it our default setting.

07:49Let's fill the world with so much niceness that there's no room for anything else.

07:53It all starts with you, right now.

07:55Go on, make someone's day.

07:57I promise it will make yours too.

07:59Be kind.

08:00It's what really matters.

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