Personal Connections and a Sense of Community

I was lucky enough to stay at a top-rated, wonderful hotel in Chicago with an incredibly generous friend.  We fell in love with The Langham!!  I had seen bigger hotel bathrooms before, I had better water views in the past; the luxury, food, libations and service were amazing and top-notch, don't get me wrong.  The rooms and amenities are fabulous!!

But the reason we fell in love with The Langham was the service.  We stayed the first time in April of this year (and again in September, thanks to my friend).  The head of the Club Level, where we stayed, made us feel like family!!  He took the time to stop and greet us during our stay; he went out of his way to make us feel special.  He listened to our stories and remembered them.

OK, a "shout out" to Carlos, at The Langham, who acknowledged a life-long friendship that I have with my high school girlfriends. Carlos wrote a beautiful handwritten note to us during our stay that validated us as friends.  I kept the note:)

I know some people like feeling anonymous, as New Yorkers usually don't know most of their neighbors; but in the midwest, we thrive with a strong sense of community.  We take meals to others who could use a "helping hand", my friend just asked me if I needed something from the grocery store, and she doesn't even live in my neighborhood!

I feel so lucky to be part of a community where we share the good and the bad.  I'm not sure if it's a "midwestern" thing, but knowing I am supported makes a big difference in my happiness levels.  I know, that when "the chips are down", that I could ask someone for a favor and she would do it if she could.

Feeling supported and acknowledged are key factors for happiness.  Do you feel supported and acknowledged?  If not, you might consider cultivating those in your life.

There are good times and bad times in all of our lives.  Getting through the bad times is easier with support, and sharing good times is more fun than solitary celebrations.  I am so thankful that I am supported by friends and family!!  I hope you can say the same.

Have a great day!

xo

Conni

Today's Mantra:  I am thankful to have a wonderful support system.

Mantra for Every Day: I choose to send love to all; receiving love back multiplied in infinite proportions, creating and nurturing pathways of love.