There is beauty in imperfection

We are all imperfect. I realize that this blog may seem like a simple set of steps to changing your attitude and therefore changing your world, but in truth, it is flawed. I am flawed, we all are. Which is something that is so key to understanding each other. In order to love people, you have to love yourself, warts and all. On the same note, you must acknowledge your faults; pride is a roadblock. People are eager to teach, but reluctant to be taught. We are the blind leading the blind, the imperfect following the imperfect. Let's be straight with ourselves and with each other; we have faults.

Action!

If step one was acknowledging a need or desire for change, step two is acting on that. The next teeny step seems simple, but can be as daunting as an elephant. Listening. Listening is more than nodding along and squishing your face into the expected expression. Listening includes eye contact and thoughtfulness. Hold back that amazing story that perfectly relates until the other person is finished with their story. You could learn something, about the world, about that person, about yourself. The act of listening shows that you care for that person, that you value them, their thoughts and opinions. Listen through the chaos, to the simple silence.

Step One

A challenge. That's what this blog is. A challenge to change; actions and attitude. To change the world for the better; to make the good contagious to counteract all that bad news that travels so quickly. A challenge to demonstrate love in our lives and to appreciate people.

It's a process, ongoing, ever-changing and never finished. Change happens in baby steps; this is the first. Take the challenge. Change the world, one step at a time. Use the picture to the right inspire you, and to remind you of why you want to change. Or find some inspiring quotes to encourage you.