How a latte evokes connection. 

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Welcome to Everyday Happiness where we create lasting happiness, in 2 minutes a day,  through my signature method of Intentional Margins® (creating harmony between your to-dos and your priorities), happiness science, and musings about life. 

I'm your host Katie Jefcoat and in late 2019 (I think, I could be wrong on my dates) my regular Starbucks moved a block down the street.   Instead of being located in a strip mall, it was now a stand-alone building with a drive-through,  The only drive-through in my town.    I was there so often that I knew a lot of the baristas by name. I always ordered the same thing.  They’d start crafting my coffee while I was still in line to order.  Now that’s service.  My drink was so unique that if my husband even went to get me a drink, they would put my name on the cup.  

There is one particular barista, Jacob that I am very fond of.  He knew my name, and I knew his.  He’d ask how I was and what’s new.  

Then, the pandemic hit.  I didn’t go to Starbucks for at least a year.  By this time, the new Starbucks that was the stand alone building and the fancy drive through had a well-oiled machine of crafted coffee beverages.  

This past week, I mobile ordered my drink and drove through the Starbucks line.  I got to the place where they take your order and Jacob was on the other side of the talking speaker.  He said “welcome to Starbucks can I take your order” and I said, “Hi Jacob, it’s Katie”, and he replied, “I have your drink”.  

We locked eyes at the window, like two lost friends.  He noticed my “not so new” car and I noticed his new glasses.  My cup was filled with human connection, kindness, and thoughtfulness.  Only a moment,  but it’s the moments that matter.  I believe in my heart that your soul remembers kindness and the ripple effect is real.  Today, Jacob was spreading kindness and that makes my heart happy.  I hope this inspires you to share a smile or some kindness today.  

If you are enjoying this podcast, spread some kindness and share this with 3 friends.  This is how we are all part of a bigger ripple effect of kindness.  Remember, kindness is contagious.  

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