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It’s coffee time after church, our favorite hangout spot. (Apologies for the brief lapse in etiquette; I promptly removed my bag from the table after )

This food chain is conveniently located at the corner of our village, making it a cost-saving choice with just a quick turn from home. Well, my eyes unintentionally became intrigued as someone entered, carrying a bag—my dream bag, a Bottega Veneta, hehehe. That lady appears sophisticated yet approachable. What I mean by approachable? She exudes true class. Out of the blue, I thought of writing an article about it.

Can you embody elegance and sophistication without relying on wealth or material possessions? 🤔 We frequently confuse wealth with class, assuming that having money automatically equates to being high class. NOPE 😉 being high class involves more than just financial status. It encompasses qualities such as grace, manners, cultural awareness, and a sense of dignity. One instance, one lady entering a resto with an authentic Chanel bag and an outfit that whispers “luxury.” All eyes are on her, including you. She sat at an empty table, getting ready to order, when suddenly a waiter passed by and accidentally spilled water on her. The lady suddenly yells at him, saying, “What the fuck are you doing?” How would you characterize that woman’s reaction? Another scenario, you accidentally bumps a person in a crowded hallway, how will you react? Will you react with anger or annoyance or calmly apologize and ask if the other person is okay. Another scenario again, you’re the driver on a road trip with friends, and unexpectedly encounter heavy traffic that delays your journey. How would you choose to behave in that situation? Would you react impatiently and burst out? Despite feeling annoyed and stressed about the delay, you take a deep breath, maintain composure, and reassure your passengers that you’ll navigate through the traffic smoothly while prioritizing safety and comfort. You see, class isn’t about the money in your bank account; it’s about your character, values, and how you treat others.

Let’s begin behaving with true class, even if our bags don’t scream luxury and our outfits don’t flaunt wealth. Being classy isn’t just about the material things, although everyone appreciates quality luxury bags and expensive stylish outfits if they can afford them. What truly matters is how we uphold our manners, values, and actions towards others.

~Nodz

Are you proactive or reactive? When problems or issues arise, do you focus on the cause or the details of the situation? Do you get angry or annoyed, blaming others, ranting immediately, or do you stay calm, looking at the issue as a whole, dissecting it, searching for solutions to solve ?

In our daily lives, many events or incidents sometimes cause stress or loss of motivation. We tend to get angry quickly, annoyed, reacting with should haves and could haves. Isn’t it better to seek solutions, think, and try to stay calm?

Looking back when I used to handle a family food business in a mall, I had workers to manage who worked shift hours. Due to different personalities and work styles, there were often misunderstandings that led to arguments. As the owner, I couldn’t avoid feeling stressed and annoyed. I would investigate to see who was at fault, normally, this is the first thing anyone will do. Ensuring fair and effective resolution of every issue among my workers, prioritizing solutions, was always my focus. I always aimed to keep a peaceful workplace and help the business thrive. I always tell them, whether it’s work-related or personal issues, they should remember to stay calm. Seeking a solution should always be the approach. Hoping that wherever they are now, living their own lives, they carry all my advice with them, whether it’s regarding themselves, family issues, or other relationships. Seek solutions that helps peace of mind and lighten the burden.

~Nodz