Have you ever monitored how often you complain, gossip or criticize others? If you really stop to think about it, you may be surprised at how much of our every day language and interaction is in the form of a complaint or criticism. A Complaint Free World is an organization that is attempting to address this! At the start of the year, teachers and staff at Williams Middle put on a purple bracelet and made an effort to stop complaining. Each time we notice ourselves complaining, gossiping or criticizing, we are to move the bracelet to the other wrist. If you point out the need for someone else to move their bracelet, then you must move yours first. Research says it takes up to 21 days to form a habit and we are striving to make a habit of being complaint free!
Mrs. Nye, our SPACE teacher, has implemented the curriculum in her classes and other teachers are considering it as well. It is a challenge that I believe we can all learn from! Visit the website for more information: www.acomplaintfreeworld.org
Try it in your family, work place or social group and let us know how it works. We are considering doing this school wide. We may not have a Complaint Free World (yet) but we could certainly start by creating a Complaint Free School. Visit the website and let me know your thoughts!
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This sounds like a great idea. I have downloaded the free sample. We are going to start trying this at home and work.
ReplyDeleteThanks. Michele