Gentle Reminders

It's a holiday weekend, and I am taking the opportunity to rest, relax, and spend time with family! Rather than writing a fully crafted blog, I'm just going to share a few gentle reminders that have been playing through my head (for myself!) this week...

Love the people around you well.

When you ask someone, "How are you?", really mean it. Then listen to their answer.

When someone asks you, "How are you?", don't be afraid to answer honestly. Masking our emotions is not a healthy behavior.

Use your words to build up rather than tear down.

Extend grace. Remember that everyone has a story. Don't be too quick to judge.

While being kind to others, don't forget to be kind to yourself too.

What would you add to this list?