Day 38: Walk Up to a Street Performer and Thank Them for Sharing Their Art

The Idea:

Today’s challenge is to approach a street performer—musician, artist, dancer, or even a chalk drawer—and sincerely thank them for sharing their creativity in public. You don’t need to give money (though you can). The goal is to look them in the eye and express genuine appreciation for their courage and talent.

Why It’s Good:

Street performers lay their soul bare in public, often met with indifference or judgment. Approaching them with gratitude feels scary because it breaks the invisible barrier of public silence. But this kind of bravery connects people—and affirms beauty.

You’ll also grow your confidence by learning to step toward admiration instead of staying in your head. Complimenting strangers face-to-face builds your emotional boldness in a powerful way.

How to Do It:

1. Find a Street Performer in Your Area: Musicians, sketch artists, magicians—anyone bravely creating in public.
2. Walk Up Kindly and Respectfully: Wait for a pause or break in their act if needed.
3. Say a Simple, Honest Thank You: Something like, “Thank you for sharing your art. It made my day better.”
4. Leave With a Smile (and Tip if You Want): The act is the thank-you—not the transaction.

Relevant Quotes:

On expressing admiration:

“Appreciation is a wonderful thing: It makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well.”

~Voltaire

On the courage of creation:

“To create is to be vulnerable in public. Be the one who claps loudest.”

~Unknown

On making someone feel seen:

“The deepest craving of human nature is the need to be appreciated.”

~William James

Takeaway:

Thanking a street performer is a quiet but mighty act. You remind someone brave enough to create in public that they matter—and you remind yourself that confidence grows every time you speak kindness out loud.