Post by: Gail O'Connor

Most of us are way too self-absorbed.  How many thoughts a day do you spend worrying about what people think of you, how you look, if you measure up, etc.  Although this is a natural phenomenon, especially for teens, it doesn't lead to happiness.  When we focus on others and really look at people, we see a world of hurt.  People desperately wanting acceptance and friendship.  Today focus on one other person besides yourself and see how you can lift that person up, be a friend to him.  Especially if that person is an "outsider," one whom everyone else ignores.  Your kindness can make a world of difference.