Leading with Light and Love

Still trying to convince Javi he ENJOYS sailing 😉

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Deep Summer

Hi friends! 
How is your summer season going?

In our charming towns, things are super lively! We have been filling the deck for yoga classes at Lakeshore Resort, the cove was PACKED with boats last Sunday, and the restaurants are breaking records. I feel so fortunate to live here. 

And, when our small villages are bursting at the seams, it’s good to remember . . . small acts of grace and kindness can go a LONG way! 🥰

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“I've learned that people will forget what you said,
people will forget what you did, 
but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
~ Maya Angelou

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Small Acts 
Big Impact

I recently read an interesting article about the power behind small acts of kindness. 

Dick Kazan, a 79 year old man in California, greets people passing by his home with a smile and wave. Every morning. 

That’s it. 

And guess what? People love it! In fact, folks have talked about the positive impacts that ripple out from this small gesture. The kids are really all in! Many smile and wave enthusiastically in return. 

What I was especially intrigued by though is the reasoning behind Mr. Kazan’s outreach. At 46 he was materially successful, but he also understood he was not a very nice person. 

Now, he delights in the small, intentional acts of kindness because he knows they build community and connection. 

I try and remind myself of this, and the Maya Angelou quotation up above 👀⬆️, during moments of challenge. Yes, in the heat of busy summer, people may challenge us at times. But, better to lead with light and love because we all need the moment of grace. 

So, take a deep breath everyone. Enjoy the moment. And remember to be kind, Unless you can be fantastic. Then, be fantastically kind! ♥️

Let’s all lead with love and light,
~m