July 11, 2011...
Recently, I heard a story of another
person losing her job. Although what I felt upon hearing the news was
compassion and frustration, I know it wasn't 1/10 of the pain this
person was feeling. I only heard the story. She is living it.
Unfortunately, there are thousands...tens of thousands...hundreds of
thousands...of stories over the last couple years which are generating
the same sort of feeling. Perhaps your story is one of them.
If your story is one of them, hang in there. Everyday, do your best to
get up in the morning with a plan for changing your story. Everyday,
remember action will bring a happy ending much quicker than worry.
If you know someone with a story, do more than just listen to the story
once. Pick up the phone and encourage your friend. Often. Spend some
time helping him or her find a job. Often. Find ways to make your friend
smile. Often. Your actions can really make a difference in just how
hard a time your friend experiences. Compassion, support, and effort are
great gifts to pass forward.
And now is the time. Now is the time to contribute in writing positive story endings.
By Shawn Anderson