This is a great story by one of my favorite mindfulness teachers, Thich Nhat Hanh. When you plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don’t blame the lettuce. You look fore reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water, or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet, if we have problems with our friends or family, we blame the other person. But if we know how to take care of them, they will grow well, like the lettuce. Blaming has no positive effect at

It always feels good to receive a compliment, but did you know that it feels twice as good to give one. The next time you see someone and think something nice about them, don’t hold back and give them that compliment, even if they are a stranger…in fact, especially if they are a stranger. Here are some great compliments that are not directed at their physical appearance. You are empowering I like the sound of your voice, it’s very soothing You’re strong I think your ideas do