IKEA

This morning we went to Ikea for shopping. Or better, we went to Ikea to let my girls play for an hour in the kids playground space while I was looking for some things.

We came there before the opening, and as soon as Ikea officially opened I went to speak with the woman working at playground space. I was strolling my eldest daughter in her wheelchair.

That woman started looking at Leila with worrysome eyes and said: "Madam, I am alone this morning and...".

Usually I get upset at this. Often people creates problem if you are speaking about a disabled kid. Probably for fear of responsibilities. 

The committee of negative voices in my head started screaming this reply:

"Ok, you are alone, but since nothing in your rules say DISABLED KIDS ARE NOT ACCEPTED, my girl can play here with her sister. And yes, democracy is not one of my best abilities :)"

I counted to ten and the committee left the room.

I decided to talk positively.

"I understand, but you don't have to worry. Yes, I know you are alone, but believe me, if she could be in danger here I wouldn't have tried to take her here. In addition, my girl can walk although not so well, she's independent and her younger sister promised to take a look at her from time to time... "

She replied positively.

"Ok, I will take an extra look to her. Please don't leave the building, if I will be in need I will call you using the speakers".

Years ago, just the expression on her face would have prompted me to a bad attitude.

But I understood that if you have a positive attitude, most of the people you meet will be positive towards you too.

Try to be positive.

I learned that positivity attracts positivity.

I swear, it works.