30 Ways to Make People Feel Good

When I was in elementary school I wasn't the "coolest" girl in the class. In fact, I had ugly glasses, crocked teeth, and a shy demeaner. So I was teased quite a bit. My Mom, bless her heart, was the most forgiving, selfless person I have ever known. I would come home dejected and crying to Mom on many days.

But my Mom always had the best advice. She would tell me, "Connie, just keep being nice to them and eventually they will be nice to you." What Mom was teaching me was the Golden Rule. It is one of the most important lessons to live by.

I came across a list of 30 Ways to Make People Feel Good. As you start the New Year, and you consider your goals for the next 365 days, perhaps you can add to the list to be nice to someone who hasn't always been the nicest back. Or, make an effort to nurture and grow the friendships that you currently have. Intentionally, seeking ways to make others feel good will undoubtedly make your life richer and more rewarding.

May you be blessed with good fortune in 2009!

1. Remember their birthday
2. Thank them for everything
3. Recognize their achievements
4. Stop in just to say "hi"
5. Call just to say "hi"
6. Fax them a joke
7. Send them an article
8. Pass on compliments about them
9. Tell them they look great
10. Notice thier "new" anything
11. Remember their name
12. Ask about thier spouse (by name)
13. Thank them for their business
14. Send them a pizza
15. Send them a gag gift
16. Send them movie tickets
17. Invite them to go somewhere
18. Send them event tickets
19. Call for no real reason
20. Invite them to lunch
21. Smile when you see them
22. Introduce them to other people
23. Brag about their accomplishments
24. Let them do the talking
25. Tell them your jokes
26 Ask for their help
27. Accept their help
28. Let them be your friend
29 Touch them when you see them
30. Invite them to your party