Cocktails & Compliments…Honor Yourself…Honor Each Other
So, I’ve decided to really “walk my talk” last month. And, I never could have expected what happened next. Bottom line: by living my life and doing what makes me happy, I received such great gifts in return personally AND professionally. So, here’s the whole story:
For a long time I’ve wanted to have an event where I can honor women in my life who’ve had an impact on me…but I kept waiting for the “right” time to include everyone I wanted. On December 3rd, I decided to let go of waiting for the perfect time and made NOW the perfect time. So, I picked a venue, came up with a fun name (Cocktails & Compliments:-)), sent my guests an invitation, and crossed my fingers. I only gave my guests 3 days’ notice for a Friday happy hour at the height of the holiday season. I didn’t think people could attend, much less have time to email me back with an RSVP. But, the results were magical!
I really didn’t expect the reaction I received from the invitation or the event. I immediately received responses with so much enthusiasm for C&C, and it hadn’t even happened yet.
I sincerely just wanted to celebrate the amazing women in my life, and this is what else happened…
- They said they wish they could cancel their other plans (ha! I promised not to tell their husbands or friends they said that:-).
- They switched plans to be able to attend (even for just a bit).
- They stood out in the freezing weather to get cabs that never came.
- They offered me compliments (and even gifts!)…I swear that is not why I had this gathering…but what an amazing bonus!
It’s funny, I coach about life enhancing concepts and obviously understand them. But, I still get SO surprised when they manifest in my own life. I often remember to give what I want to receive. And, although I always LOVE to receive love, I didn’t have the event to receive anything. But, I sure did get SO much LOVE😉
These incredible women reinforced to me that life is not about being perfect, but about how you make someone feel. When you follow your heart, everything seems to work out AND even for the better.
Oh, two other cool things happened…
- We had FREE food delivered to our table (and everything I would have ordered myself if I was ordering it).
- And, there was a friend who couldn’t attend the event. But she really needed a compliment (bad week). I meant to email her ALL week, but I didn’t get a chance. Well, I didn’t need to because I bumped in to her the day before the event. What are the odds!? It was the most random meeting and such PERFECTION. I gave her the compliment in person and she lit up🙂
These pics and quote capture how I felt that night:-) It was really fun being me…try being perfectly (or imperfectly) YOU. See what happens!
Another great (yet unexpected) gift I received was realizing what my mission is for my business. I thought honoring women who’ve had a positive impact on my life was only a deep, personal desire. But, the reaction I experienced to seeing these beautiful souls acknowledged and loved was addicting. I know I want them to feel like this all of the time.
In fact, I want these women to know they’re ok just as they are…actually, they’re more than ok. They’re brilliant beings who light up my life:-) And, they need to hear this more often. We all do! So, take note, get ready for some more love coming your way!
