Be forewarned: Although kid-friendly, Andrea's humor
and writing style are similar to Ben Stein's (droll), and occasionally
borders on Lewis Black's style (cranky, exasperated). If you
can't appreciate anecdotes about unacceptable behavior to see
the contrast in kind/civil
behavior,
these tips aren't for you.
But, if you're
as fed up as Andrea is with gossip, slamming, sniping, name calling,
disrespect, rude behavior, mean-spiritedness, hostility, bullying,
mobbing, and aggression, then you will appreciate her short, specific
action steps to making our world more respectful, courteous,
hospitable, compassionate, kind, warm and inclusive.
1. Subscribe
now
(Restarts in January 2005)
2. Read each
week's tip and reflect on it.
3. Incorporate and practice
the action step in your own life.
4. Demonstrate your own CLASS
and CONSIDERATION of others.
5. Be a role model for your
kids, parents, neighbors, co-workers, team-mates, class-mates,
room-mates, bosses, teachers, coaches, etc.
6. Encourage your kids, parents,
co-workers, teachers to subscribe.
7. Invite
Andrea to speak at your group's next event. She promises
a presentation that provokes and disturbs your audience.