Happy Monday - April 2022
“I learned something from Brene Brown that I still use every day: ‘When you get home to your people, before opening the door, put a smile on your face!’ It doesn’t matter how your day went, or what you are doing next - make them feel like you were looking forward to getting home to them.”
- Benjamin Holmgren
I have been told that we teach what we know yet we replicate who we are. This statement leads me to often ask: “Within my own walls, how’s my leadership? My attitude? Am I an example worth replicating? Worth being around?”
Here’s why these questions matter. Our greatest influence begins in our homes - within our own walls - yet often those closest to us get a lesser version of who we are, because we’re stretched, distracted, and/or exhausted by outside demands. I know I’ve found myself here…
The people who’ve made an impact beyond their lifetime - it began in their homes. They intentionally took responsibility for the well-being and development of their families.
When we put our families first, our communities benefit. When we put our communities first, our families and communities suffer. Starting at home is always the key to affecting others in a positive way.
How we choose to show up matters. John Maxwell states: “Anybody who influences somebody, influences many somebodies.” Together, let’s be intentional to create ripple effects worth being around, starting within our own walls - perhaps one simple smile at-a-time!
Happy Monday was designed by Alyssa Kreutzfeldt to intentionally shape your attitude, perspective, and tone for whatever lies ahead - inspiring you to intentionally own your impact and personal growth! Visit bar33leadership.com/happy-monday to get a weekly dose of messages and quotes that can help influence your attitude and perspective.