The Fastest Drug Deal Ever
"Hey," I said, leaning in close to George. (You know who I mean.)
"Yeah?"
"You look very handsome today."
That, friends, was the fastest drug deal ever. You see, I slipped George one of the world's most effective, powerful, and fast-acting drugs: dopamine.
This bad boy right here is a neurotransmitter that has all kinds of functions in the body, but one of its easiest ones and my personal favorite is that when dopamine shows up, you feel good.
How Do You Start Dealing This Drug?
It's oh so easy to become a drug dealer. Pay someone a genuine compliment. "See" them and recognize their hard work. And if it's okay with both of you, give someone a hug. These three options are the fastest and easiest. Yes, a hug from another person triggers a drug reaction. You think we all just hug each other for the hell of it? Remember those signs that said "Hugs not Drugs?" They were wrong. "Hugs ARE Drugs."
Compliment someone on their clothes today on a Zoom, or appreciate their contribution to a project, or remind them that you are very happy that you know each other. Send a card out of the blue. Or ask someone's opinion and genuinely thank them for it afterwards.
How To Collect
Oh, you can't. It's free. I mean, don't get me wrong: the drug industry has ways to force this chemical into your system and it costs plenty of money. But if you want, you can deliver it for free.
Get out there, fledgling drug dealers. You have work to do.
Just stay off my corner.
Chris...
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2 年I was away for Spring Break, so I am catching up on my reading. So glad I got to this newsletter! Kindness is something we all need more of and should be able to agree on these days. Thanks for the reminder to spread random acts of kindness.
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2 年Love this! I have a goal to compliment someone new every day - it makes me and them both feel good!
Great angle! Too bad you've already got a crowd on your corner. But then they're all users too :)
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2 年I feel what goes around comes around, and this is especially true with great drugs like dopamine. The smile you get in return for your sincere words is the best boost ever. Thanks for putting the word out!! ??