I don’t pay bills, I just pay flight tickets to visit my friends.
Sometimes, not even that. I get invited to places because my presence adds value and because I value experience. Creating a beautiful experience together.
But maybe you’re wondering how can I add sooo much value that someone will just invite me into their home, offer me food and sometimes even pay the flight tickets too?
Well, one thing I do that NO ONE does this days is to LISTEN in a nonjudgmental way and hold space for them. This brings them peace of mind and relaxation.
Second, I say thank you for the trust and for the sharing.
Then maybe I reflect back with one of my experiences of a similar situation which gives them a sense of belonging.
Then we create an uplifting experience together. I make it clear that my intention when connecting with someone is to expand each others life in the best way we can.
Then there is an exchange – which doesn’t always have to be of equal measure or even in same currency. But it is something that will be valued by both of us.
I truly believe that each person that I meet has a gift for me and I have a gift for them. The gift can be anything a person feels like offering that will expand both of our lives.
Next, I follow up with them even when we are apart and check in on how they’re doing.
Treating people like humans with feelings is the best you can do and will serve you to create your best life.
Life is better with friends than alone. Make them feel important and show them how they matter to you.
Don’t promise things you can’t deliver, keep your word and make surprises.
Instead of blocking, deleting and ignoring, be present. It makes the difference.
What do you think?