He was standing there looking over the labels on the coffee carafes, reading each one and it’s description. Making a decision, with cup in hand the process of filling began.
Disappointment……
The carafe provided just enough coffee to wet the cup and then came to an end. Pause. A moment of contemplation, what’s he thinking. “Do I try the other kind? Do I ask for more coffee?”
Decision………
The left hand slowly drops the cup, that holds just enough coffee to wet the bottom, into the garbage! A moment in time, a decision made with resignation.
I felt disappointed for him and instantly wanted to give him hope. So I spoke up and simply said, “There is more over there” as I turned my head and looked to the left. The response was a positive, “Yeah, I guess I should go get that, because that was what I wanted.”
Without hesitation he walked to my left, with empty carafe in hand and proceeded to find his coffee of choice. Success!!! A full carafe was awaiting him just under the brewing machine. An employee approached and assisted with placing the carafe on the counter. He returned to his original spot with a new cup in hand and proceeded to pour a fresh cup of hot coffee. His first choice of flavor and the one he had decided on by listening to his inner voice, instinct or gut (whatever you may call it).
As I watched him pour his coffee and prepare it to his liking, I spoke these words, “If there’s anything I’ve learned in the last few years of my life, it is to trust your instinct, listen and go with your first choice. You’re body will never steer you wrong!”
I then proceeded to walk away and he spoke, “Thank you.” I turned my head to acknowledge his words out of politeness and good manners. What I saw in that gentleman’s eyes struck me to my CORE.
His eyes spoke of the depth that my words had reached in him. He looked at me with a combination of sincere thanks and complete AWE, as if I had awakened him. I saw an awareness in him that he did not have when he first approached that coffee counter! It was a pivotal moment for both involved.
As I turned and walked to checkout my mind began to process that interaction. I felt such a deep feeling of pride and satisfaction for making a positive impact on someone’s life. I knew from that moment forward he was changed and so was I.
I knew that was a pivotal moment for him and the beginning of his day! I walked away with a feeling of fullness in my chest and goosebumps covered my arms.
I had just changed someone’s life and at the same time nurtured my own.
Live every day with intention and GIVE to others whatever you may have, because we all have something.
Loving Energy to You,
Elizabeth
Empowered Passionate Life 