The Unexpected Power of a Lapel Pin: A Memriz Moment to Remember

A Gentle Reminder That Love and Kindness Never Go Unnoticed

“Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference. They bless the one who receives them, and they bless you, the giver.” — Barbara De Angelis

Have you ever been going about your usual day, perhaps chatting with a colleague or meeting someone new and suddenly found yourself in a moment so heartwarming, so deeply connective, that it stays with you long after? That, dear reader, is what we call a Memriz moment.

Discovering Connection in the Everyday

Earlier this week, I was chatting with a colleague at work. We were exchanging light-hearted banter about everything from the cheerful weather to the upcoming bank holidays, family life, and the balancing act we all juggle between work and home.

It was one of those warm, easy conversations the kind that gently lifts your spirits.

In the middle of our conversation, she casually mentioned she was waiting to speak with our team lead. That’s when I noticed something on her lanyard, the Memriz Purple Hyacinth lapel pin!

My face lit up with a huge smile. She noticed and asked, “What are you smiling about?”I pointed to her lapel pin and we both burst into laughter, pure and unfiltered. It wasn’t a juicy piece of gossip or big news. It was something more subtle, more soulful it was a Memriz moment.

She went on to say she never takes the pin off. She wears it proudly, carries it with her everywhere. That tiny pin, full of symbolism and sentiment, had created a connection between us, affirming the shared spirit behind Memriz.

The Unexpected Power of a Lapel Pin: A Memriz Moment to Remember

On another day, I found myself deep in conversation with a wonderful elderly lady. She shared the incredible story of how she recently published her very first book at over 70 years old!

Listening to her speak with pride and joy, I felt inspired. Her courage and tenacity moved me. And right there, I felt prompted to give her something, something symbolic of shared strength and beauty.

I reached into my purse and handed her a Purple Hyacinth lapel pin.

Her reaction? Pure delight. She gasped and said she had seen others wear the pin and always wondered what it stood for. In that moment, she felt seen, understood, and welcomed. Just like that, she was Memrized.

We hugged, we laughed, and we wished each other well — strangers no more.

What’s Your Memriz Moment?

These small moments, a shared laugh, a thoughtful gesture, a quiet acknowledgment, they matter. They are not random. They are reminders that we are all woven into a greater story of connection, kindness, and purpose.

So let me ask you…

What has been your Memriz moment this week?

Did someone surprise you with unexpected kindness? Did you feel an instant connection with a stranger in the car park, the office, or at the coffee shop?

We’d love to hear your story.👉 Head over to our community at Memriz.Online and share your Memriz moment with us. Let’s inspire and uplift one another, one story at a time.

The unexpected power of a lapel pin isn’t just in the object itself, it’s in what it represents: shared values, heartfelt connection, and the beauty of simply being present.

May your week be filled with moments that Memrize. 💜