Don't be the Complainer.

As I started CrossFit Kids today, almost every kid came in complaining about virtual learning.

I understood. The circumstances of today aren’t ideal. But they could be a lot worse. So to start the class on a “positive” note, I had them all go around and say one positive thing about virtual learning.

And then I told them a very important life lesson-No one likes a complainer.

There’s always that one person that’s the first to notice “how hot it is,” “how expensive it is,” or “how hard it is.” And sometimes, we don’t even realize we are the ones doing it and how much we are doing it. We are oblivious to how negative we come across. But what I’ve started to notice is that these complaints and negative voices are contagious and before you know it, everyone has piped in with negative Nancy remarks.

Complaining does not change or fix anything. And for those of us that are aware of these negative vibes, it’s emotionally draining.

So the next time you’re in a tough situation, be grateful for what you have instead of what you want. Be mindful of the energy you’re putting out and remember my life lesson to the kids-no one likes a complainer.