Perfecto!

Quote of the day...."Be excellent to each other."


When I initially read this quote- I interpreted it to mean that I should to be genuine, thoughtful, giving, and compassionate towards everyone I encountered...even the people I couldn't bear the sight of. The message was so simple yet so profound, I figured it was worth a shot. Day 1 and things were just rosy. Day 2 and within minutes of walking into the office- my patience is severely tested. By day 3- I revised the quote which now meant..."it's perfectly acceptable to be excellent only to the people you like." 

The funny thing about interpreting impactful statements, quotes of the day, and inspirational bylines is that inevitably- it could mean something completely different than what the author intended. I soon realized that I took the quote too literally and set myself up for failure, for I knew that it wasn't in me to spew insincere pleasantries or feel the need to share my chocolate macadamia nut cookies with just anyone. Instead the twice revised quote about being excellent to others means...sharing my insight when asked, offering sincerity when needed, and practicing being myself on a daily basis. And you, do you practice what you preach?