A Note To Myself

I'll be one of the greeters at Meeting tomorrow. I've come up with 5 points to help do a great job:

Create a special environment/space/entrance. People respond to being treated special. Doing things, even doing simple things for others creates "specialness" and a sense of appreciation for the event.

Be consciously "here." ...here in the NOW with all my physical, mental and emotional energy that is mine to give to Friends and visitors...with great eye contact and empathy...letting my guard down and being open to feeling the emotional energies of others. This is a big step.

Gentleness. I've learned even men can be gentle. for me being kind means being really polite and not sarcastic. Offering a genuine compliment or noticing good things people do for me or others and ignoring the hurtful things. What can I say that will make others feel good? This is the best way for me to establish rapport...smile, give direct eye contact and by giving a genuine compliment, showing that I've noticed something and that I care. It could be as simple as an encouraging hug, or word.

Two Ears. It's about them not me. I will greet them and go slow, let them tell me about themselves. This brings closeness, I will hang on every word, my mind will be attached to both ears. I'll be a human sponge: absorb all that they say with thier words and soul. Be compassionate when telling the truth.

Be vulnerable. Let my shield down. Be my genuine self. Become reachable by others. Connect with others on a one to one basis as they enter the door. Allow all who enter to glimpse at my soul. This will take courage.