Today in leadership class we did a 'service project' to practice what we learned about divine-centered, servant leadership. The assignment was to meet a new person in the cougar-eat and simply listen to them talk about themselves and their day. Then we gave them chocolates, one for them to enjoy and the second for them to pass on to someone else. The allowed us to start a chain reaction of people getting to know others and showing simple kindness. When I walked in I saw a friend of a friend whom I hadn't seen since I arrived at BYU. So, I listened to his experiences at school thus far and handed him the chocolates. Once I explained the assignment, I watched as he found someone else to give both chocolates to. He passed the same challenge on to them without enjoying a chocolate for himself, in order to keep the chain reaction going. This was a neat experience to watch as others were excited by the challenge I had been given. Still excited by the challenge, but without anymore chocolates, I went and joined a random girl for lunch. I listened to her talk about her job in the catering business and learned a lot. It was interesting the valuable information she had to pass on to me, someone interested in doing event planning. I thoroughly enjoyed just listening to all that this interesting lady had to offer. It was an enjoyable experience and I could tell she appreciated having someone to talk to. This challenge has inspired me to find a way to incorporate this into my life more.
So I leave you with the same challenge, how can you brighten someones day today? Try listening...
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