I tried something new again this weekend, street performing. I went to the Oklahoma City Festival of the Arts and played the harmonica for the patrons. In five minutes I earned over $5. It was awesome.
As nice as the cash money was (paid for part of my over-priced dinner), the best part about street performing was the experience and the lesson I learned.
I discovered that people will stop, listen, engage, and fork over their pocket change if you're friendly and have a positive attitude. Attitude is everything, not just with street performing but in life in general.
You attract more flies with honey (not sure if this is technically true), kill 'em with kindness (not sure you can kill someone kindly), play nice (not sure if this is possible if you're playing the bad guy) - I've heard these things time again, but the truth behind the sentiments moved to my front burner this weekend. Fact: They gave more money when I smiled and asked them what they wanted to hear.
I'm gad I performed for strangers this weekend on a street corner on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. It built some character, was a fun and profitable way to pass time, and it reinforced a key principle I believe in wholeheartedly. Positive juju is a powerful thing.
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