Small Gestures, Big Impact: The Power of Simple Connection [episode 77]
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Today’s episode is inspired by an experience I had after a recent doctor’s appointment. As I was ordering my lunch, the kind cashier complimented me on my ear piercings. We struck up a conversation that started with such a small gesture but had a BIG impact on me.
In today’s episode, I’m talking about small gestures, big impact, and what the power of simple connection looks like. Connection is VITAL for us as humans – our brains thrive on social interaction!
While these connections don’t have to be super involved or deep either, we still tend to hold ourselves back from reaching out to others. Whether it’s due to awkwardness, getting caught up in our own thoughts and devices, or something else, we think that what we say doesn’t really matter (yep, this used to be me).
In reality, though, actions like smiling, waving, or even asking thoughtful and honest questions can be such a bright spot in another person’s day. The power of simple connection means that you will reap the rewards, too – it’s not only for the person on the receiving end!
Small connections are beautiful and transformative and can do SO much to bridge the gaps between people in our society today. Here’s to making more intentional connections that leave a lasting impact!
In this episode, Small Gestures, Big Impact: The Power of Simple Connection, I cover:
- Why connection is VITAL for humans + can happen in everyday interactions
- What can hold you back from building connections with others
- Practical ways you can start building simple connections with others
Resources & Links:
- Everybody, Always: Becoming Love in a World Full of Setbacks and Difficult People by Bob Goff
- Schedule a free consult and see if 1:1 Good Movement Guidance is right for you
- Join the waitlist for the Good Movement Collective
- Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
- Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting
Connect with Terryn:
- Follow on Instagram @terryn.drieling
- Check out my website
- Send me an email at terryn@terryndrieling.com
Related Episodes:
- Episode 47: Team Lift Your Life: The Importance of Connection and Sharing Struggles
- Episode 39: Building Community with Kylie Epperson
More about the Good Movement Draws Good Movement podcast:
In stockmanship (the art and science of handling cattle in a safe, effective, low-stress manner), we have this phrase . . . good movement draws good movement.
It’s this thing that happens when we ask a small group of cattle, maybe a cow, or a pair to move out in a certain direction and their movement draws the whole herd into moving in the same direction.
Good movement happens when we approach the cattle with a positive attitude, read and really listen to what they’re telling us, and communicate accordingly.
We don’t approach the aware, flighty cattle the same as we do the tame, docile cattle. We adjust ourselves, our energy, and approach, and communicate with each differently.
These adjustments help us effectively draw good movement from each, which then draws good movement from the herd. But it starts with us.
The same is true for humans. Good movement starts with us.
Welcome to Good Movement Draws Good Movement, the podcast where farmers, ranchers, and rural folks can grow relationally through awareness, understanding, and effective communication.
Hey, it’s me – T. I’m your host, and I, along with my guests, will be covering topics related to drawing good movement – things like self and social awareness, brain science, positive psychology, extending grace, and so much more.
We’ll share tools that can help you understand why you are the way you are, why others are the way they are, and how you can use that to step out of self-told lies with grace and compassion to draw good movement in conversations, relationships, and life in rural America.
Tune in every Tuesday and make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Let’s go draw good movement!
