A promise is more easily made than kept.
This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t make promises. It simply means you need to be thoughtful about the ones you’re making.
Deciding what your actions stand for is a good start and understanding what’s important to others helps you make better promises.
A promise is a service.
Taking into account that we can’t be perfect in every way means clarity on what your promise is, is important.
Do you promise to show up early, to “see” other people, to lead the way, or to share more generously?
A promise doesn’t have to be a lifetime commitment. Remember pinky promises? Small and important promises that mean something are often a better approach.
In a world full of skeptics who don’t trust anyone anymore, you can stand out simply by keeping your promise.
Do you trust yourself enough to make one?