It is important that we remember and recognize those who have helped us and been there for us in times past. There are many people that we've come across during our lifetime that have done so much to teach us, encourage us, inspire us, lift us up and let us know how special we are and how much we have to offer this world. Those who have given of themselves selflessly deserve our recognition for all that they have done for us. By giving people the praise and credit that they deserve, we are encouraging their hearts to know that they made a difference and with our thanks we are showing them our appreciation and gratitude for helping to make us better, wiser and stronger than we were before.
Just as we would like to be thanked for being helpful, let us remember those who have done so much for us and give them the attention they deserve. It may be a teacher, a co-worker, a relative, a spouse or a friend. When we know in our hearts that they made a difference in our lives, we should take the initiative and show our thankfulness. Giving thanks can be done in many ways. We can buy them a gift, treat them to lunch, write a heartfelt letter or we can sit down with them and share point by point what they did to bless our life. You may not think doing this is a big deal or that you don't have enough time to do it, but I encourage you to see the importance of giving credit to those who were there for you when you needed them.
I can remember doing this not too long ago to a friend of mine who was there for me during a difficult time in my life. She didn't know it at the time, but she helped to encourage, inspire and lift me up when I needed it the most. That was nearly 15 years ago and as I was remembering her kindness not too long ago, I thought it would be good to let her know how much I appreciate her kindness. I wrote her a short letter, maybe three paragraphs writing in detail what she did for me and how much I appreciated her kindness.
I thanked her and told her that I would never forget her. My recognition of her selflessness was a very simple thing to do, but it meant so much to her. She responded very modestly thanking me and telling me how touched she was by the letter and she ended the letter by saying "As you will not forget me, I will not forget you..." I know my heart was happy for recognizing her kindness and thanking her for it and I know that others will be just as touched and encouraged when you tell them the difference they have made in your life.
Be encouraged to think on the many people who have made a difference in your life and make an extra effort to show your gratitude and appreciation. It may take you a little time, but it will be the best investment of time that you can make.
-Dwayne
Just as we would like to be thanked for being helpful, let us remember those who have done so much for us and give them the attention they deserve. It may be a teacher, a co-worker, a relative, a spouse or a friend. When we know in our hearts that they made a difference in our lives, we should take the initiative and show our thankfulness. Giving thanks can be done in many ways. We can buy them a gift, treat them to lunch, write a heartfelt letter or we can sit down with them and share point by point what they did to bless our life. You may not think doing this is a big deal or that you don't have enough time to do it, but I encourage you to see the importance of giving credit to those who were there for you when you needed them.
I can remember doing this not too long ago to a friend of mine who was there for me during a difficult time in my life. She didn't know it at the time, but she helped to encourage, inspire and lift me up when I needed it the most. That was nearly 15 years ago and as I was remembering her kindness not too long ago, I thought it would be good to let her know how much I appreciate her kindness. I wrote her a short letter, maybe three paragraphs writing in detail what she did for me and how much I appreciated her kindness.
I thanked her and told her that I would never forget her. My recognition of her selflessness was a very simple thing to do, but it meant so much to her. She responded very modestly thanking me and telling me how touched she was by the letter and she ended the letter by saying "As you will not forget me, I will not forget you..." I know my heart was happy for recognizing her kindness and thanking her for it and I know that others will be just as touched and encouraged when you tell them the difference they have made in your life.
Be encouraged to think on the many people who have made a difference in your life and make an extra effort to show your gratitude and appreciation. It may take you a little time, but it will be the best investment of time that you can make.
-Dwayne
