Aspire Magazine: Inspiration for a Woman's Soul.(TM) Oct/Nov2019 Aspire Magazine | Page 29
If you stop and think of all the people you know
who deserve a thank-you, you’ll be surprised
to see just how many have an impact on your
day, along with your life.
How a
Thank-You Can Brighten
Your Life
There are days when we all feel down or
blue. A thank-you “out loud” is a really nice
way I know to shift a mood. It can begin with
the power of a simple hello, showing your
genuine delight and lift up another person,
including yourself.
A kindhearted hello leads to friendships,
new contacts, relationships, and more.
You are not just breaking the ice but are
igniting an opportunity when you take the
risk to connect with another person and
reach out first, sharing positive words or
an observation. You create the possibility
of making a new friend. In return, you are
also seen as friendly, outgoing, considerate,
engaging, complimentary, and interested.
These good traits contribute to making a
wonderful first impression.
Be Thankful Out Loud
The words thank you are universal in their
ability to spread good feelings. It’s clear that
“If you stop and
think of all the
people you know
who deserve a
thank-you, you’ll be
surprised to see just
how many have an
impact on your day,
along with your life.”
for others, the happier we feel. There is a
direct correlation. Cultivating kindness is a
wonderful opportunity to uplift others as well
as ourselves. When we turn our attention to
noticing what we are grateful for, we bring
out the best in ourselves.
when we thank the people who touched our
lives in little as well as powerful ways, we
celebrate a part of life that validates each
other.
Think for a moment:
• Who has helped you along the way in your
lifetime?
• Who wrote recommendation letters on your
behalf?
• Who took the time to teach you to ride a
bike, read a book, play an instrument, hit
a home run, play tennis, or cook a special
recipe?
• Who makes your life easier or has come to
your rescue?
• Is there someone who has been there for
you through thick and thin?
• Do you practice saying “thank you”?
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