GIVING BACK FROM A DISTANCE “I will greet this day with love in my heart. And how will I confront each whom I meet? In only one way. In silence and to myself I will address him and say I Love You. Though spoken in silence these words will shine in my eyes, unwrinkle my brow, bring a smile to my lips, and echo in my voice; and his heart will be opened. And who is there who will say nay to my goods when his heart feels my love?” - Og Mandino These are challenging times for us all and as a community, we must now more than ever draw strength from each other. There are many ways to give to others in our community: • You might offer a sincere compliment or review of a local business– who among us does not wish, even need to feel liked? Compliment them on something they put effort into. • There’s no super-virus that’s transmitted through eye-contact. The immediate sense of connection, it produces increases the quality of your “face-to-face” interactions be they in person, separated by a mask, a barrier, 6 feet, or monitor. Take a minute for simple acts of graciousness and polite etiquette, for example: • Say please and thank you. • Show your appreciation. • Strike up conversations. • Share some top picks on your Social Media. • Share promotions being offered. • Share any tips that you may use to get through the day with a smile on your face. Compelling reasons to support your local businesses: • You’re apt to receive better, more personalized service - take the local coffee shop, where if you’re a regular client and you’re greeted by your name and a smile. • You’re supporting the local economy - small business is a boon to the local economy by hiring local residents and working with local vendors. • Many offer higher quality products and services than can be found at large competitors.
AMANDA KIRKLAND
Self Care Coach Blu Consulting Inc.
community strong. Our local businesses are absolutely devoted to serving this community. They have shown determination and commitment to create new innovative ways to survive. They continue to show up every day despite the many hurdles and challenges that have been thrust upon them as a result of this Pandemic and of no fault of their own. Start “doing” more and LOVE LOCAL! Amanda is a Self-Care Coach. I help to guide and support you in creating a healthy mindset and habits that will bring a positive impact to your life, often using my own experiences as a reference point. If you would like to hop on a call and hear more please reach out to me at AMANDA KIRKLAND Self-Care Coach & Long Branch Resident amanda@bluconsulting.biz
Now that many businesses are discovering and implementing new and innovative ways to operate safely and continue providing their products and/or services to us, they need our support more than ever. Love Local by choosing local businesses first,whether it’s shopping online or ordering takeout, as well as showing acts of kindness to keep our
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