June Gloom or June Bloom?
- Eileen McDargh
- Jun 11
- 1 min read
June is known for gray skies and stiff winds in Southern California—not what you’d expect in this part of the world. Somehow, this mirrors the bleak outlook for grocery and gas prices, the continued corruption in Washington, the ongoing war against science and medical research, disdain for the rule of law, and so on.
Now that I’ve thoroughly depressed myself…STOP!
Resiliency can’t grow in the dark. Time to turn on the light of kindness and compassion, petting dogs and kissing babies, feeding neighbors and mailing lemon cakes to sick friends, dancing on the beach, and planting flowers.
In our workplaces, what turns on the light? Can you start June by complimenting a colleague? Can you surprise someone by buying their lunch? Can you bloom where you are planted by taking a moment to write what you do that is meaningful to you, and if not, what changes must you make?
With June, the year is half over—no time to waste.
Love to hear your thoughts.
It's refreshing to see a focus on positivity in the midst of challenging times! Just like in Moto X3M, where overcoming obstacles brings joy, we should also embrace small acts of kindness that light up our workplaces. A compliment or, as you suggested, treating a colleague to lunch can significantly impact morale. Let’s cultivate a supportive environment where we can all flourish! Let's not forget: every little action counts!