Graciousness means to be nice or polite, especially when you are tired, rushed, or annoyed. It also means that you are forgiving and try to say things in a way that won’t hurt or offend people. We should all be gracious because there will inevitably be times when we need the same grace extended to us (nobody is perfect).  

People who are gracious treat others with the tact, kindness, and respect that they deserve. They put others first and care more about listening than talking all the time. This reflects the notion that was presented at our Spirituality Day where Lee discussed the importance of dialogue. Having the courage to talk is crucial, however taking the time to be an active listener is essential rather than solely dictating the converstaion. 

Gracious people give of their time, give of their love, and their efforts toward others cause improvement where needed. This can be aimed at close friends or can be extended to perfect strangers. It’s not always easy to be gracious in a world that can quickly frustrate you, but if you make an effort to have more grace in your everyday life, then you can start changing for the better.