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It is one of the saddest moments of adulthood when one realizes the pain of other people. As a child, one does not see the struggles of their peers and as we grow older, we try not to see them. It is hard to acknowledge the trials of the people that we interact with, but they are there. There are weeks and months, sometimes even years, when your friends or family or coworkers feel as if their world is crashing down. There is one thing that is important for you to remember after you realize this:

Be nice.

It's freaking hard to be nice all the time. I'm not going to sit and act like I am nice constantly. I have a sarcastic nature. I've been told I'm antagonistic -- which is true, I'm afraid. I can smile at you all day as we pass in the hall, but being super nice is something I have to actively do. But I try. 

And you have to, too. Ask someone how they are, smile at someone in the hall, compliment the kid that sits next to you in class. Reach out and show kindness. Not only will you receive kindness back from those around you, but perhaps the universe will recognize your kindness as well. Be nice just to be nice. Once you start doing it, once you start being nice, you'll realize it is a lot easier than being mean. Try it.

catch you later,

Karleigh

"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle." // Socrates