A Firefighter.
A Policeman.
A Lawyer.
An Architect.
These are just some of the responses someone might have when asked "what do you want to be when you grow up?"
These are all admirable professions and career callings. Professions that garner respect and appreciation.
I'd like to advocate for another one...
A Nice Person.
In a world where we have seemed to have lost our way sometimes, simply being nice can carry more weight than a badge, degree, or title.
Saying pleasant things to someone, going out of your way to show your appreciation, or simply smiling more can become epidemic-like in its own way. In a time when the term "contagious" has become part of our everyday vocabulary, being contagious in a positive way seems like a pretty novel idea.
You can still chase that profession. You can still aspire for that title. You can still wear the badge. But under it all, just be a nice person.
It's that simple.
