[TurnAround Thursday] Turn That Frown Upside Down

Hey there Difference Maker!

So, there are a couple of guys at my water aerobics class that I’ve been a little off-put with lately. 

Have you ever felt that way with people who seem to lack common curtesy skills?

Are you tired of defaulting to those exhaustive and occasionally inflammatory “adulting” attitudes so they’ll get a clue?  Me too!

But fear not, because today, I’ve got a game-changing hack that I enJOY using that will not only empower and enrich the lives of those around you, but also bring a little joy into your own life.

Picture this: someone upsets you. Maybe they cut in line at the mall, your kids are testing your patience at home or a coworker just rubbed you the wrong way.

Instead of giving them “the look” that could blast them off to distant galaxies, here’s an incredible alternative:

Give them a smile!

Yes, that’s right, a genuine, face-transforming, “I’m not letting negative energy take over me” smile.

Now, I can almost hear you thinking, “Wait a minute, why on earth would I smile at someone who just upset me? Isn’t that letting them off the hook too easily?”

I totally get where you’re coming from.  Our default adulting setting – for many of us – is to respond by attacking unskillful behavior and swooping in with the correction.

But what if we tried a different approach?

Think of a smile as your secret weapon, a way to energetically connect with others before diving into correction mode. It’s a quick and easy hack that can yield surprising results.

By shifting the energy between you and the other person, you set the stage for a more productive interaction.

Here’s the thing: a smile has this magical power to disarm, even in the face of negativity.

It catches people off guard,
like a surprise party for their soul.

Suddenly, they’re confronted with a warm and accepting energy instead of defensiveness. In most cases, a smile can diffuse tension and open the doors to meaningful conversation and collaboration.

Now, I’m not saying you should turn a blind eye to unacceptable behavior. Collaborating solutions is still an essential part of responsible adulting. But by leading with a smile, you create an environment where people are more receptive to valid concerns.  

It’s like a Jedi Mind Trick without the lightsabers.

So the next time life throws a curveball your way, remember this simple mantra: connect first, concerns second and collaborate third.  You have the power to energetically transform situations and relationships with just a change in facial expression.

Embrace the unexpected and unleash the power of your smile. You might be surprised at the positive ripple effect it creates in your life and the lives of those around you.  Now, go forth and just smile!

OBTW: now the guys I mentioned at the beginning are not only smiling back – when they get out of the hot tub – they ask if I’d like to have the jets turned off!!  All I did was smile!

Reaching out …

PS … Don’t miss out on the opportunity to unlock your energy and create a lasting impact. Go watch “Step More Fully Into Your Greatness” now and take the first step towards a future where everyone’s greatness is acknowledged and celebrated.

PSS … Stay tuned because very soon, I’m going to let you in on my Miracle Explosion Diffuser!  

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