Ask. Shut up. Listen. #care

Do people really give a damn?

I walked into my favorite cafe in Austin Halcyon. I walked to the counter smiled at the barista and then asked “How are you doing today?” He replied “We don’t make that.”

After realizing what I said he got embarrassed and made a comment that sparked this post. He said, “People are usually so busy that I’ve never been asked that.”

What the hell? Have we gotten so busy that people no longer matter?

So here’s what I think we should all do at least once a day.

Ask

Ask someone how they are doing. Don’t accept the short answer.

Shut Up

After you get them talking shut up and don’t interrupt.

Listen

Actively listen to what they’re saying. It really requires very little work on your part all you have to do is look them in the eye and occasionally nod your  head.

#care

Very simple concept.

Altruism- unselfish regard for or devotion to the welfare of others

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