Please and Thank You

Please and Thank You
​Molly Dahl, M. Ed., CiPP

The Simple, Mindful Things

Sometimes the simplest things are the most impactful. Sometimes, these 
simplest things are the easiest to abandon in the extreme business of 
our daily lives. And sometimes, these simple things are the very things 
that lead to authentic, positive change. Little bits at a time.

Politeness.

Gratitude.

Simple. Simple, easy behaviors that demonstrate deep inner awareness and 
deep awareness of others. Easy behaviors and words that create civil, 
even friendly, relationships.

Please.

Thank you.
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A wave in traffic as someone let’s you in is such a small gesture. Yet 
it smooths the stress of the rush hour chaos. A foot on the break to 
allow someone else in says “Please, you go.” Try it. Today. Tomorrow. 
Begin to pave your way through life honoring and acknowledging the good 
things and people already in your life by expressing gratitude. And 
begin to cultivate an aura of friendliness wherever you go by simply 
including “Please” and "Thank you" in your lexicon. Then watch your 
world transform into a place you actually like to live. Two little 
words. A whole lot of magic!