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Use Your Super Power Today, And See What Happens

By Sharon Tara

Home Stager with Sharon Tara Transformations

May 31, 2009 12:02 AM

We all have it, a super power that doesn't get used anywhere near as often as it should. A power so strong, it can change the world. What would happen if we all used it, on the same day?

How about we all use our SUPER POWER today?

You have the power to make someone smile and you could change their day, possibly their whole week or even their life, with just a few words.

happy guy The best part is how simple it is...

A genuine smile and compliment directed at a stranger is a powerful thing.

Has it happened to you? Have you been lucky enough to receive an unexpected compliment from a stranger?

It can change the direction of your day and, even better... it is contagious! They just might pass it on to others!

How about today we all slip into our "Captain Compliment" suits and pledge to change the day of one unsuspecting stranger.

There is a great side effect, too, you just can't help but feel better yourself when you are smiling!

Take that beautiful smile of yours out today and change the world!

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Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Roy: Today you can make a difference in someone elses life!

Sheila: I was going to say "all you need to wear is a smile" but that just doesn't sound right! I think that's for a whole different topic!

Laura: I hope you were able to find some people to compliment today! I would love to hear the results of your good intentions.

May 31, 2009 12:30 PM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Michael: Thank you! Contagious...let's start an epidemic!

Cynthia: We have no idea how powerful we are! Thank you!

Jim: Why limit yourself to just one day? I love it...you are a super hero!

May 31, 2009 12:32 PM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Ginger: What a fabulous idea! Landscaping is a lot of work and a big investment. It would be nice to know that someone not only noticed, but cared enough to take the time to send the card...I think you win the "Captain Compliment" award for today!

May 31, 2009 12:35 PM

Kathleen Ann Pacheco-Corbett

(FIRST Exclusive Buyer's Office Providence-RI) - Providence, RI

Realtor, RI-MA, CEBA, Master, e-Pro, ABR, ABRM, GR

Thanks for your post. it is so true how a smile and a compliment can change a person's attitude. I always say if you smile people will usually smile back at since you act as their mirror.

May 31, 2009 07:35 PM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Kathleen: Good point, it's hard not to smile when someone is smiling at you and a negative person can bring the whole room down! Thanks!

May 31, 2009 11:37 PM

Debbie Walsh

SHAHAR Management - Middletown, NY

Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036

Sharon-great post. If everyone did this we wouldn't have any nastiness left in the world. Wouldn't that be nice?

Jun 01, 2009 01:04 PM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Debra: It would be like living in a Beatles song...Imagine!

Jun 01, 2009 01:17 PM

Mary Fasnacht

Washington and Allegheny Counties and surrounding areas - McMurray, PA

Feels Like Home Interiors ~ Pittsburgh PA Home Staging

You are so right, a smile and a sincere compliment are so powerful. Even though I've been on the receiving end of this generous gift many, many times, it still never ceases to stop me in my tracks and boost my spirits. And I hope I have shared this gift with others even more often. This is definitely one area where it's hard to decide which feels better--being on the giving or the recieving end.

Smiles to you! And thanks for taking the time to share a bit of yourself through your blog--I've really enjoyed ready your posts and getting to know you.

Jun 02, 2009 01:28 PM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Mary: I know what you mean, it really makes me feel good to know that I made someone smile and feel good about themselves. ActiveRain is an awesome place for making new friends and learning from them. I'm glad you find my blog interesting and I appreciate your wonderful comments!

Jun 03, 2009 05:22 AM

Monique Combs

Royal Shell Real Estate - Bonita Springs, FL

Royal Shell Real Estate - Monique Combs

Hi Sharon,

What a great post to read this rainy Sat morning. I will try this out! Thanks for the cheer! Have a great day!

Jun 06, 2009 12:54 AM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Monique: Go forth and make others smile! Thanks!

Jun 06, 2009 03:11 PM

Not a real person

San Diego, CA

Hey, Sharon — I left a surprise for you in my blog post this morning. What? You thought I was going to tell you exactly what and where? Ha! But this comment is a clue.

Happy Saturday!

Oct 29, 2011 02:50 AM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

That's one awesome surprise, Russel! Thank you!

Oct 29, 2011 04:23 AM

Dagny Eason

Dagny's Real Estate - Wilton, CT

Fairfield County CT, CDPE Homes For Sale and Condo

Found this through Russell - Great post - people can even feel a smile through the phone!

Oct 29, 2011 04:23 AM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Dagny: Oh that crazy Russel! How nice of him to resurrect this oldie!

Oct 29, 2011 04:41 AM

Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ

Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ

HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

What a great post Sharon! I hadn't read this one and it sure makes sense. I'll never forget when this happened to me. I can remember walking, along, in Glendale looking at antiques. A man climbed off a roof, cut a rose, and walked up to me and said, "a pretty flower for a pretty lady." He then walked back to the house and climbed the roof and started working again. Since I was going through a very sad time, he must have sensed. I'll never forget his act of kindness.

Thanks to Russel for re-blogging your post and for that very nice memory!

Oct 29, 2011 05:43 AM

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hi Sharon. I love this and appreciate Russel bringing it back. Great piece. I know it's late but suggesting.

Oct 29, 2011 06:04 AM

Valerie Duncan Stewart

(Metro First Realty) - Oklahoma City, OK

Real Estate Agent-Broker, OKC, OK

Hi Sharon, found you via Russell. Love this super power, we all have it!!!

Oct 29, 2011 08:45 AM

Anne M. Costello

Weidel Realtors - Yardley, PA

Sharon: I love people's reaction when I offer a sincere, unexpected compliment: Nice outfit, that color is great on you, etc. Also have been thinking about sending a note to a couple of families that have landscaped beautifully or added a lovely new fence, etc. I though it might be silly, now am re-thinking. Thanks to Russel for highlighting your wonderful post!

Oct 29, 2011 08:57 AM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Jan: What a sweet thing for that man to do. It would have made my day. Funny how easily small acts of kindness can shift the direction of our day.

Sheila: That would be very interesting to see it get featured after all this time, LOL! Thank you!

Valerie: I had forgotten about this post, and I enjoyed seeing it again! What a gift from Russel!

Anne: Do it! Send those letters! Think of how happy it will make the recipients.

Oct 29, 2011 10:58 AM