How To Be A Good Person Everyday

Some days are good, some days are bad, but remember for every good day you’re having, someone else might have just stubbed their toe, spilled coffee on their shirt en route to an interview, or just woke up on the wrong side of the bed, or on the street, or…well let’s not go in a depressed direction thinking about someone waking up on the wrong side of the dumpster and move on to the simple gestures and nice things each of us can do daily.

Smile at people. Maybe it’s a stranger, maybe you’re passing by hundreds of people in rush, or it’s just someone that you’re sharing an elevator with. A genuine smile can make someone’s day. And it’s super easy, unless you have a cheek or mouth disease, then that could make it difficult, but fight through it and smile like you mean it. It goes a long way and each time you smile, it will make you feel good.

Tell someone they look nice today. Maybe they’re wearing an outfit that makes you question everyday fashion, but who cares? Compliments can truly make that persons day. Want to amp it up a bit? Walk past that person (in your office/at a restaurant/etc.) then take a few steps back and say, “Wow, I love that top; so pretty.”

Don’t let negativity be contagious. It’s all around us, all the time. People love to complain, and let them, just don’t listen to them. One person’s meaningless complaint has nothing to do with you. Be positive. Let that positivity glow on you. Soon, your positive attitude will be contagious, and next thing you know you’re rubbing off on the people who drive you mad daily.