I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again — gratitude is one of the things I stand by in life. Of course, I’ve always been one to say “Thank You” out of politeness but it wasn’t until much later in life that I started to actually REALLY understand the meaning of being grateful on a deeper level. I’ve been through enough in my life thus far to realize that things don’t just happen by chance — it happens by a lot of hard work and inspiring people and for that I express gratitude every single day.
Let’s be honest here — sometimes we all fall into the bad habit of taking people for granted (or at least taking their kindness or generosity for granted). I know I’ve had quite a few friends do that to me recently as well. When you take someone or something for granted, you don’t recognize or show appreciation for its true value.
In my opinion, when someone improves your life in a significant manner, you want to find an approach to gratitude that speaks emotionally as well. No doubt, whoever touched you so deeply did not go out of their way just to get a reward. They gave selflessly. So when you communicate back to them, you want to do the same.
So here are 4 ways to appreciate people and say ‘Thank you’
Do it over time.
Showing appreciation happens over time, which means staying in touch. Try to make this a priority of yours to reconnect or check in. Even set reminders if you need to!
Take the time to write.
The most meaningful and effective way to show gratitude is to send a handwritten thank-you note. I actually try to do this as often as I can because I think it make such a huge effect. Think about it — email is so common now but its SO rare for someone to take the time to sit down and write a note that when someone does it means something EXTRA.
Drop it in the mail.
On that note — do you even remember getting snail mail?! I can’t even tell you the last time I got a thank you card in the mail! Something about it is just so special.
Be specific.
This might sound a bit weird but be specific. Rather than just saying “thank you,” I try to tell people why I’m grateful for their help. For example, “thank you for the design help and taking that extra time.” Sometimes it’s a few extra words that can actually make a huge difference!
Regardless what it is — just remember to be kind and grateful for everyday. I truly believe the more gratitude we spread the more good we will continue to receive in our own lives.
Just a thought.
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I completely agree, said like a champ😌🤓
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People love when you thank them
I write everyone a letter every time they do something meaningful, I always have the most fun interacting and helping out because it’s a big thing to me. A calling for me is adding the missing voice, it’s part of my DNA. . Fortunately I’ve come across some great people to help me along the way and I see it going up from here
I do the same regarding giving thanks. I thank the Lord first and foremost for the every day and for all the things He has put in my life. And I do my best to show those around me that I appreciate them by saying thank you but also letting them know why. I never want to take things for granted because just as it was place in my life, it can also easily be taken away.
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