“Corny” is a term we use for a depth we’re uncomfortable with, that we may be guilty or embarrassed about.
It’s corny to say you’re cooler than the other side of the pillow, but it’s true, and me saying that is unique. I said it once to a gym teacher back in middle school. He had a smile on his face the rest of the day and I like to think he had us run one less lap because of my comment. We shared an experience together — an odd one, sure, but those are the best ones.
Unique and interesting comments of praise are scarce, and scarce things are meaningful.
How corny are you willing to go to make someone’s day?
I used a line by Oscar Wilde in a Thank You letter to someone recently. It was corny, but real, as so often corny things are. I’ve also seen people write something simple like “I know it’s corny, but I’m so thankful for you.”
Stay Positive & Clichés Are One Thing, Being Corny Is Another
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