Dale Carnegie Training of Mid-Northern Michigan’s Post

“The Value of a Smile at Christmas: It costs nothing, but creates much. It enriches those who receive, without impoverishing those who give. It happens in a flash and the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None are so rich they can get along without it, and none so poor but are richer for its benefits. It creates happiness in the home, fosters good will in a business, and is the countersign of friends. It is rest to the weary, daylight to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad, and Nature’s best antidote for trouble. Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is no earthly good to anybody till it is given away. And if in the last-minute rush of Christmas buying some of our salespeople should be too tired to give you a smile, may we ask you to leave one of yours? For nobody needs a smile so much as those who have none left to give!” Happy Holidays from the Dale Carnegie team! May your holidays bring peace, comfort, joy and love into your hearts and homes. #HappyHolidays

“The Value of a Smile at Christmas: It costs nothing, but creates much. It enriches those who receive, without impoverishing those who give. It happens in a flash and the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None are so rich they can get along without it, and none so poor but are richer for its benefits. It creates happiness in the home, fosters good will in a business, and is the countersign of friends. It is rest to the weary, daylight to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad, and Nature’s best antidote for trouble. Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is no earthly good to anybody till it is given away. And if in the last-minute rush of Christmas buying some of our salespeople should be too tired to give you a smile, may we ask you to leave one of yours? For nobody needs a smile so much as those who have none left to give!” Happy Holidays from the Dale Carnegie team! May your holidays bring peace, comfort, joy and love into your hearts and homes. #HappyHolidays

“The Value of a Smile at Christmas: It costs nothing, but creates much. It enriches those who receive, without impoverishing those who give. It happens in a flash and the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None are so rich they can get along without it, and none so poor but are richer for its benefits. It creates happiness in the home, fosters good will in a business, and is the countersign of friends. It is rest to the weary, daylight to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad, and Nature’s best antidote for trouble. Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is no earthly good to anybody till it is given away. And if in the last-minute rush of Christmas buying some of our salespeople should be too tired to give you a smile, may we ask you to leave one of yours? For nobody needs a smile so much as those who have none left to give!” Happy Holidays from the Dale Carnegie team! May your holidays bring peace, comfort, joy and love into your hearts and homes. #HappyHolidays

“The Value of a Smile at Christmas: It costs nothing, but creates much. It enriches those who receive, without impoverishing those who give. It happens in a flash and the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None are so rich they can get along without it, and none so poor but are richer for its benefits. It creates happiness in the home, fosters good will in a business, and is the countersign of friends. It is rest to the weary, daylight to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad, and Nature’s best antidote for trouble. Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is no earthly good to anybody till it is given away. And if in the last-minute rush of Christmas buying some of our salespeople should be too tired to give you a smile, may we ask you to leave one of yours? For nobody needs a smile so much as those who have none left to give!” Happy Holidays from the Dale Carnegie team! May your holidays bring peace, comfort, joy and love into your hearts and homes. #HappyHolidays

“The Value of a Smile at Christmas: It costs nothing, but creates much. It enriches those who receive, without impoverishing those who give. It happens in a flash and the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None are so rich they can get along without it, and none so poor but are richer for its benefits. It creates happiness in the home, fosters good will in a business, and is the countersign of friends. It is rest to the weary, daylight to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad, and Nature’s best antidote for trouble. Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is no earthly good to anybody till it is given away. And if in the last-minute rush of Christmas buying some of our salespeople should be too tired to give you a smile, may we ask you to leave one of yours? For nobody needs a smile so much as those who have none left to give!” Happy Holidays from the Dale Carnegie team! May your holidays bring peace, comfort, joy and love into your hearts and homes. #HappyHolidays

“The Value of a Smile at Christmas: It costs nothing, but creates much. It enriches those who receive, without impoverishing those who give. It happens in a flash and the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None are so rich they can get along without it, and none so poor but are richer for its benefits. It creates happiness in the home, fosters good will in a business, and is the countersign of friends. It is rest to the weary, daylight to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad, and Nature’s best antidote for trouble. Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is no earthly good to anybody till it is given away. And if in the last-minute rush of Christmas buying some of our salespeople should be too tired to give you a smile, may we ask you to leave one of yours? For nobody needs a smile so much as those who have none left to give!” Happy Holidays from the Dale Carnegie team! May your holidays bring peace, comfort, joy and love into your hearts and homes. #HappyHolidays

“The Value of a Smile at Christmas: It costs nothing, but creates much. It enriches those who receive, without impoverishing those who give. It happens in a flash and the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None are so rich they can get along without it, and none so poor but are richer for its benefits. It creates happiness in the home, fosters good will in a business, and is the countersign of friends. It is rest to the weary, daylight to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad, and Nature’s best antidote for trouble. Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is no earthly good to anybody till it is given away. And if in the last-minute rush of Christmas buying some of our salespeople should be too tired to give you a smile, may we ask you to leave one of yours? For nobody needs a smile so much as those who have none left to give!” Happy Holidays from the Dale Carnegie team! May your holidays bring peace, comfort, joy and love into your hearts and homes. #HappyHolidays

“The Value of a Smile at Christmas: It costs nothing, but creates much. It enriches those who receive, without impoverishing those who give. It happens in a flash and the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None are so rich they can get along without it, and none so poor but are richer for its benefits. It creates happiness in the home, fosters good will in a business, and is the countersign of friends. It is rest to the weary, daylight to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad, and Nature’s best antidote for trouble. Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is no earthly good to anybody till it is given away. And if in the last-minute rush of Christmas buying some of our salespeople should be too tired to give you a smile, may we ask you to leave one of yours? For nobody needs a smile so much as those who have none left to give!” Happy Holidays from the Dale Carnegie team! May your holidays bring peace, comfort, joy and love into your hearts and homes. #HappyHolidays

“The Value of a Smile at Christmas: It costs nothing, but creates much. It enriches those who receive, without impoverishing those who give. It happens in a flash and the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None are so rich they can get along without it, and none so poor but are richer for its benefits. It creates happiness in the home, fosters good will in a business, and is the countersign of friends. It is rest to the weary, daylight to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad, and Nature’s best antidote for trouble. Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is no earthly good to anybody till it is given away. And if in the last-minute rush of Christmas buying some of our salespeople should be too tired to give you a smile, may we ask you to leave one of yours? For nobody needs a smile so much as those who have none left to give!” Happy Holidays from the Dale Carnegie team! May your holidays bring peace, comfort, joy and love into your hearts and homes. #HappyHolidays

Imagine if your holiday was like a Hollywood movie. Snow falls perfectly (even in places where it never snows), every shop window twinkles with lights, and there’s a 100% chance that every argument, resentment and falling out is fixed and forgotten by December 25. From rekindling old flames to saving the family business, the magic of Christmas makes problems disappear. Everyone makes it home in time for family dinner at a candlelit table despite travel hiccups and crowded airports. Sounds dreamy, right? Spoiler alert: Life is messy, and the holidays are no exception. Chasing perfection is an exhausting and futile endeavor. When Christmas becomes a competition, it sucks the joy right out of the season for everyone. So let go of the pressure to make everything “perfect” and focus on presence over presents. Remember that the most meaningful gifts don't come in a box, and they don't require an extended credit limit. If you really want to create a magical holiday, make people know how important they are to you. Be intentional about making them feel special and loved. Make memories they will treasure. Make kindness and love the centerpiece this year. The rest is just tinsel. Breathe. And look for levity in unexpected places. Like right here... So, if your holiday was a Hollywood blockbuster, what movie would it be? 🎄✨ Share below and take a little time to laugh. #HolidaysWithoutPressure #PerfectlyImperfect #RealLifeHolidays #LetGoOfPerfection