Confetti Effect
The Traveling Good
Let’s go and do good while on vacation.
Traveling together with my family is one of my life’s most enriching experiences — new sights, new cultures, new memories and loads of laughs. But as I’ve gotten older and stronger in my faith, I have realized that too much of worldly things is not what gives me fulfillment. Getting my passport stamped, taking scenic photos and dining at fabulous restaurants is wonderful but there is something gratifying about traveling with purpose: doing good as you go.
Let Your Light Shine
We have a choice each day. We can choose to make an impact. In this broken and dark world we can become a symbol of hope and goodness. Being there to intentionally help others is the best thing we can do as it reflects our heart and soul. I have listed a few of my Confetti Effects 🎉 and how they may help to elevate, inspire and ignite a spark to those around you.
Rhyme and Shine and Give God the Glory
Poem and photo by Kirsten Telan
Two sweet friends set out on a mission
to spread God’s love without any conditions.
So they gathered together on a beautiful day,
Planting seeds of kindness
For those of us who embrace kindness as a lifestyle we may never ask “what’s in it for me?” We choose kindness not because it is going to benefit us, but because we feel like it’s the right thing to do.
Out of Bounds
Stay in your own lane.
Boundaries create physical and emotional space between you and others. They show people how you want to be treated~what’s okay with you and what’s not. Boundaries help you prioritize your own well being, conserve your emotional energy, and give space to grow.
Only You Can Be The Judge Of That
You judge. I judge. We judge others. They judge us. We all do it.
Why do we judge? It’s a habit in most cases. It can start as simply a way to bond or connect with people. Have you noticed when you talk about someone else, most people will gladly chime in. I’m guilty as charged.
Judging hurts other people, makes you feel worse about yourself, perpetuates stereotypes, can lead to losing friends, damages your health/happiness, makes you less open to new experiences, and sends negative vibes into the world. Judgment of others is a reflection of our own insecurities. When I have judged others, I feel badly about it after. I don’t feel good about myself…not even for a second. And I certainly wouldn’t want to be judged because I’ve always believed in the idea of treating others how I would want to be treated.
Challenge Yourself Right Out Of Your Comfort Zone
I have learned that a goal should scare you a little and excite you a lot. I have addressed the fear that comes with setting goals by sending a strong message to my subconscious that says, “It is worth the risk.” This message has allowed me to achieve goals that would have previously been out of my comfort zone.
In the past year, I have started a blog, accepted offers to write for several publications, attended a blogging conference, accepted a job to work as a public relations director for a friend’s new startup, and signed up for three months of acting/improv classes.
Dare To Compare
What people present to the outside world on social media is an edited version of reality
What we dislike in others is often a weakness that resides in our own lives. The moments we spend comparing ourselves to others is a waste of precious time on this planet. Instead, we can use our minutes to brainstorm, implement, and execute changes into our own lives that will help us experience abundance. On a side note: it is natural to compare yourself at times, but it can be unproductive and unhealthy.
What Are Words For
Words can INSPIRE. And words can DESTROY. Only YOU can choose how you want to use them. The words we speak or write to others can leave a huge impact and create a lasting memory, good or bad, so it’s imperative to choose them wisely.🙌🏻
How To Use the Confetti Effect to Influence, Lead Change, and Win People Over
Leadership: You Get What You Give
I have always been fascinated by the differences in how leaders lead. Whether we are looking at the leaders of countries, cities, teams, or even families, there are many different styles of leadership that all emanate from the personal energy of the leader. Having researched and read a bit on leaders and leadership, I believe that if there is any one secret to POSITIVE leadership, it lies in the leader’s ability to understand and appreciate the PERSPECTIVE OF OTHERS.
Presence over Presents
Be there for your friends; even when it’s hard.
My younger self used to run from the hard stuff. I wasn’t trained or prepared on how to face pain and loss. It made me sad and uncomfortable. I think back to my late 20’s even early 30’s when I would see a friend at Publix who I heard was going through a tough season whether it be a loss of a loved one, divorce, surgery or sickness. I would panic and turn down another aisle to avoid coming in contact because I was truly at a loss for words.