In this voice note and mini research study, Wisdom for Wannabes podcast host Jackie Morreale discusses the importance of our energy on our interactions, particularly during the #summer season. She reflects on a note she found at her children's school that emphasizes the idea of matching energy with others. Through a social experiment, she explores how positivity can be contagious and how our energy affects those around us. The conversation encourages self-reflection on the energy we bring into different spaces and the impact itcan have on our interactions.

Takeaways:

• Energy is contagious and can affect our interactions.
• Self-reflection on the energy we bring is crucial.
• Positivity can lead to a chain reaction in social settings.
• A simple greeting can change the energy of a space.
• The majority of people will mirror our positive energy.
• Acknowledging others' positive energy encourages them to continue.
• Administrative professionals play a vital role in creating a positive environment.
• We often get caught up in our own worlds and forget to connect with others.
• Small acts of kindness can have a significant impact.
• Bringing light and positivity into our interactions is essential.

Chapters:

00:00 Summer Reflections and Energy Matching

02:24 Self-Reflection on Energy in Spaces

04:03 Social Experiment: Spreading Positivity

06:45 Insights from the Experiment and Conclusion