Recently, I was honored at work with an award. I was very surprised and very pleased at the recognition by my peers and management. Earlier today, a colleague mentioned to me that his manager told him how much he was appreciated and acknowledged the hard work and long hours he has put in lately.
He was on Cloud 9, just like I was.
Isn't it awesome, how you can have such a dramatic effect on someone based on what you say? Some basic courtesies like "Thank You," or "we appreciate you" go such a long way. And not just at work, either. I have been trying lately to seek out opportunities to praise my kids – to recognize their accomplishments, no matter how small, and to celebrate them.
It's been so much fun to watch them as they swell with pride and pleasure at being recognized.
I don't know about you, but sometimes I feel like parenting is a thankless job. And, I don't expect thanks, mind you, but some days I feel like the never-ending tasks just wear me down. It's nice to stop, focus on making someone feel good, and then go on. My whole day is better… and I'm not even the one being complimented!
He was on Cloud 9, just like I was.
Isn't it awesome, how you can have such a dramatic effect on someone based on what you say? Some basic courtesies like "Thank You," or "we appreciate you" go such a long way. And not just at work, either. I have been trying lately to seek out opportunities to praise my kids – to recognize their accomplishments, no matter how small, and to celebrate them.
It's been so much fun to watch them as they swell with pride and pleasure at being recognized.
I don't know about you, but sometimes I feel like parenting is a thankless job. And, I don't expect thanks, mind you, but some days I feel like the never-ending tasks just wear me down. It's nice to stop, focus on making someone feel good, and then go on. My whole day is better… and I'm not even the one being complimented!
Thoughts Along Life's Highway 