The first thing I do in the morning?
Wish total strangers a happy life.
The challenge? Doing it before coffee. โ๐
This is part of a Loving Kindness meditation (also called Metta). And it has some incredible benefits:
โ Increases empathy & emotional intelligence
โ Boosts happiness & reduces stress
โ Strengthens your ability to deal with difficult people
Itโs simple. Hereโs how:
1๏ธโฃ Close your eyes. Picture someone you love. Wish them happiness & health. (2 min)
2๏ธโฃ Do the same for someone you like.
3๏ธโฃ Now, visualize someone neutralโlike a cashier who helped you.
4๏ธโฃ Picture yourself. Yes, you deserve kindness too.
5๏ธโฃ Think of someone you find difficult. Wish them well.
6๏ธโฃ Finally, choose someone you really dislike. Wish them happiness, too.
Waitโwhy would you do that?
Not because you condone bad behavior, but because it rewires your brain for more emotional balance.
It might feel weird at first. But over time, it softens frustration and strengthens your ability to lead with compassion.
Would you ever try this? Or does it sound too out there for you? ๐