Complaint-Free Me??

A friend of mine at work bought us some bracelets that are part of the "complaint free world" campaign. Basically you wear the bracelet, and any time you think negative or complain (including gossiping) you have to move the bracelet to the other hand. Your goal is to make it 21 days without having moved it to the other wrist. That is supposed to help you become more aware of what is coming out of your mouth, and what is residing in your mind!

The first day, I didn't make it 21 minutes, but I think I moved it at least 21 times. The second day I was certainly more aware, though I still moved it quite often. By the third day, it was staying on one arm for greater lengths of time. Today..which is like day 14 or so... I still have not made it an entire day with no complaints, BUT... I only move it on occasion. It has been pretty cool to make yourself realize what you sound like to other people, and to change that behavior. I never considered myself too much of a negative person, yet it appears I could certainly refine that area.

It seems like in this day and age no one can just be happy. To greet someone and not hear something negative from them is almost shocking. How come it is totally kosher to gripe and complain and talk about how tired and broke and blah blah blah you are~~ How much different all of our lives may be if we tried to change that behavior. We have life so easy, and yet we probably complain more than any nation. Make an effort to day to realize what comes out of your mouth. Try building others up, and forget about yourself. Believe it or not, it really and truly is not all about you anyway. (should I move my bracelet?)