Surface Relationships

Sometimes, the world can be a very cold place. If all you have are surface relationships with people who speak to you in their business voice, it’s time to put some effort into building meaningful relationships.

You’re not alone. Most people go through their routine every day without a thought as to how they will affect anyone. They have a job to do. There are bills to pay. Appointments to keep.

When was the last time you parked your routine on the side of the road and got out to help someone? It takes a little determination to deviate from the usual when you have a lot on your schedule. Your sacrifice of time to benefit someone else may change their life.

It’s time for you to be someone’s hero.

It’s always those unexpected moments that turn into golden opportunities. They wreck your schedule, but not your life. Those opportunities will separate those who plan to do good deeds from those who actually do good deeds.

If, after your coffee, you have nothing better to do than earn a paycheck, keep an eye open for those opportunities. They’re out there.

Begin by asking yourself what you've done recently that will have a lasting effect.

If you have kids, a daily dose of loving encouragement and simple active listening has more of a long-term affect than you may realize. Of course the same holds true for any relationship you value.

The habit of meaningful conversation will help your efforts to better your relationships with your kids or anyone you love. Improving your relationships is a great investment of your time because people are worth every minute you spend on them.