Mindful Monday: Share Your Light

Now more than ever, our students and teammates alike, need our help changing their batteries. 

It's easy to judge others, to blame, or find fault. Too often, we are quick to criticize and presume we know. It's our assumptions that usually get us in trouble and sell others short. 

We wouldn't throw out a flashlight in need of new batteries. So why are we quick to label, cast aside, or even sometimes give up on another person, whether it be a student or teammate, needing "new batteries"?  

We could all stand to show more intentional acts of kindness, more understanding and second chances. It absolutely takes more time, more patience, and more of an effort. Being intentional is not easy. But when was the last time anything worthwhile was deemed easy?

The purpose of a flashlight is to illuminate and wash away the darkness. Be a flashlight; share your light! 

We could all use a little more Attention, Acceptance, Affection, Compassion and even a little Direction. Afterall, batteries aren't made to last forever, not even the rechargeable ones. They all need to be replaced every now and then. 

I challenge you this week to find a way to help someone else change their batteries. Be intentional with your kindness. And at the very least, support one another, and share your light!