One afternoon, while at lunch with friends, the discussion
turned to the characteristics of those who add sunlight to the world. I
listened, thinking of family and friends who have endeared themselves to me
with their light.
They look for good in others.
Positive people don’t judge others. They don’t go in for
fault-finding. They consistently look for the good in their friends,
acquaintances, and others around them. I personally like this because I know
these people are optimistic about others so they’ll find the good in me. These
people feel ‘safe’ to talk to.
They find the positive in
their own lives.
These friends are willing to share what’s happening in their
lives—and in doing so, portray their hopeful outlook, giving me pause to find
the good in my life. We can all use a positive reframe about troubles in our
lives when life gets us down.
They listen to understand.
People with light don’t push themselves forward. They are
interested in others and focus on what’s going on with the person they’re engaged
with. In other words, they listen. They can talk about themselves, but don’t
make an issue of spilling all their problems at the beginning of a
conversation.
They are dependable.
Amiable people can be counted on to help if there are
problems. They find solutions where others are unable to see a way out.
Dependable people are usually consistent in their behaviors as well as their
actions. They aren’t really moody, and won’t ‘fly off the handle’ at the drop
of a hat.’ You know they will be even tempered.
They give service.
People with light are always willing to give service because
of the joy it brings to life. They work hard, and add a positive attitude with
their presence.
How do you stack up to this unscientific list per my lunch
group? What would you add to their list?
