Valentine’s Day is coming up, and truth be told, I am not a fan. I don’t like the whole expectation of some chocolate and roses and cards and whatever they are trying to sell you or me, or our kids. I know some people love it, and more power to them! For me, it can just feel insincere and forced for adults. However, I do like the idea of having a designated time to remember to be kind to others, especially for kids just learning how to show love and gratitude…and let’s be honest, adults too that need to remember to be kind to others. So, this February, we are going to institute “Friendly February.” I considered several different variations of the title. “Fiercely Friendly February,” “Just be nice already, February,” “Choose Kindness February,” “Freaking Say Nice things already, February,” But in the end, The simple, succinct title was the one that wins the day! Simplicity is often the answer, but that’s a post for another day.
So, beginning February 1st we will be giving out at least one thoughtful compliment to people, 1 inside of our family and 1 outside of our family. It can be verbal, or written, but both have to be incorporated throughout the month. They can do it anonymously, or otherwise, but both have have got to be used throughout the month. They can write a note the night before and plan to give it to someone the next day, but however they do it, the hope is that we can practice sincerity in the kind words we use!
We have instituted this practice on a smaller scale before, but we’re going to see if we can keep it up for a whole month, I mean, it is the shortest month, after all! Also, I don’t know about where you live, but February is kinda gloomy around my area, so anything to brighten up the place a little!
Overall, we are just going to practice saying the nice things out loud that we think about other people. You know what I mean, right? Those thoughts of, “I really like your hair today,” or “I just think you are such a bright light and fun to be around.” Instead of keeping them in our heads, we are going to share them and then report back what we share and how we feel when we share them. We’ll review at dinner time.
Nothing big. Nothing fancy. Totally doable. Totally attitude changing.
I invite you all to join with us!! Let’s all make the world a little more happy together. 🥰
And I guess it’s fine to share some chocolate with those people while you’re at it. No obligation though!
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