Journeys With Jani

Let me ask you something.

When’s the last time you told someone they were doing a good job?

That they looked beautiful?

That you noticed how hard they’ve been trying?

Now, when’s the last time you thought it…

but didn’t say a word?

We all do it. We think kind thoughts about people—friends, coworkers, family, even strangers in line at Target—but we keep it locked inside our heads.

And that’s a shame, because this world could use a little more spoken kindness and a little less side-eye and snark.

So here’s what I’m proposing:

Let’s make it a personal challenge.

One person.

One compliment.

Every day.

Write it down in your journal.

It doesn’t have to be groundbreaking.

Maybe you admire someone’s work ethic.

Maybe they’ve lost weight.

Maybe they just have the kind of energy that makes people feel safe and seen.

Tell them.

Tell them even if it feels awkward.

Tell them especially if you think

“they probably already know.”

Because odds are… they don’t.

Kindness doesn’t cost a thing—

but withholding it might.

In a world where people are quick to judge, quick to criticize, and quick to scroll on by, let’s slow it down and be intentional. Let’s build people up instead of tearing them down. And yes, I’m even talking about the gal at the gas station with the sparkly nails.

Compliment those too.

Start today. Reach out to someone you love—or someone you barely know—and say,

“Hey, just wanted to tell you… you matter.”

Let’s lift people up on purpose. Let’s be the reason someone smiles today.

So tell me—who are you reaching out to first?

XOXO, Jani