A few thoughts on the experience Saturday, looking back in retrospect.
1. We were very pleased to see so many people taking advantage of the many learning and cultural opportuinites DC offers. There are so many exhibits, shows, and neat things to observe in the District that I was thrilled to hand out cards to so many clearly cultured people.
2. Alot of people seemed avoident of our movement. Perhaps it was the bright colors, the cards or the tactics, but I actually had some people tell me, "No thank you" when I said to them, "Have a nice day." I think the world is in a pretty sad state when people say straight to your face that they are NOT going to have a nice day in no uncertain terms. At least they said thank you though, which at least shows good manners and I'm always a fan of manners.
3. Kindness CAN make a difference. While stuck on a crowded Metro (due to weekend track work) our bright colors and chattering made plenty of people chuckle and took their minds off of our sardine-like situation. We were even able to hand out cards that made further light of the circumstances. (cards 1, pessimism 0)
4. Despite the cold, I felt warmed by the sunshine within. A few people even said they agreed DC needed a happiness movement. You know what I say? It only takes ONE person doing something nice for someone else to start a chain reaction.
So now, let's wait and see...
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"We take greater pains to persuade others that we are happy than in endeavoring to think so ourselves."
-Confucius
Just remember to make yourselves just as happy as you make others!
happiness is like a kiss it must be shared to be enjoyed anonymous
I love this project b/c it forces us to think of the value of happiness in our daily lives. We take it for granted, no doubt. In America, I think comfort is too closely associated with the notion of happiness. I don't feel like I know what happiness really is b/c the definition our culture uses is so diluted. It's all tied up in capitalism I suppose. So, in conclusion, what is happiness. I like William Morriss' definition: Happiness is fellowship, unhappiness is the lack of fellowship. (Tha't probably not exactly the quotation.)
This is so awesome!! It reminds me of one of my favorite quotes from Ghandi. "Be the change you want to see in the world." Thank you for stepping up, seeing a need and making a difference.
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