I found that as a strived to be a better leader throughout this week, whether it be at school, amongst my roomates, at church or with family or friends, I was happier and felt good that I could perhaps help those around me, whether they be dear loved ones or simply strangers.

In particular I focused harder this week on being a good leader on campus. I've found it's so easy to get focused on things like school work, planning my schedule around homework projects, etc. that distract me from focusing on other people and trying to make a difference on campus. So my goal for this week was to try not to focus on being preoccupied with my own needs by doing small and simple things for people like saying hi, smiling, holding open a door or striking up a conversation with someone I don't know while I'm walking. I've found this to be so uplifting and although it is so simple, it has a very profound effect on my attitude and I hope on the attitude of those I meet as well. It has also given me the opportunity to meet some pretty amazing people that I otherwise wouldn't have had the chance to meet.

So, to all of you my friends I would like to extend the challenge to try one of these simple acts of kindness and then to experience for yourself the happiness and chain effect that it has on both yourself and other people.