Validation

I feel like this has been my goal for so long in life that I honestly don't know when it started.  I love to give out honest, validating comments.  To let people know that they are truly loved, appreciated and VALIDATED for who and what they are.

Then I started working at my current job and realized that validating people, especially people who are under a great deal of stress, is key in life.

We made this video part of the training that new hires go through in my office.  I really do believe in the importance of validating others.  Cheesy musical numbers aside, the message of this video really hits home to me.  We CAN make a difference to others.  We CAN influence the lives of other people.  Maybe all it takes is smiling at them.  Maybe it is in a simple conversation while walking home from campus or while waiting for class to start.  Maybe it is in taking that girl in your ward on a date or saying "yes" to a date with that boy.

You never know what will boost someone's sense of self-worth.  But why risk not taking the opportunity by staying inside of our shell?

Reach out.  Reach up.  Spread some joy today.  Validate someone.