Appreciation plays a major role in life. It is also an encouragement for bringing out more ‘good’ from one. The realization of being acknowledged by others could boost one’s ability to get along with others, which will lead him to greater excellence.
We often ask a question when a friend says he or she secured first place in a competition, like ‘Was there no one else to compete…?’
No matter how great friends we are, when such an attitude comes from our side, it can be painful for the other. Appreciating someone for something is a good habit. We should not hesitate to appreciate whatever good we see. When should we express our appreciation for others?”
All humans move towards success. Achieving success is a great matter. We should acknowledge any good achievement or success no matter how big or small. That recognition turns into an appreciation. We may benefit much when we admire or acknowledge others.
Appreciation is the encouragement and recognition we give to a person’s talent and achievement. And it is our sharing of joy in their success and achievement.
How can we appreciate others? One way is to express appreciation to a person directly, through our words. We express this through handshakes, pats on the shoulders, and hugs. Our face should be happy when we appreciate others. Likewise, we can show appreciation by giving small gifts and saying kind words. Be sure to convey our appreciation and greetings over phone or by a letter to those who are far away. Those who are complimented will enjoy it. Also, the compliment received is an encouragement to bring out more of the ‘good’ in us. The realization that others recognize his ability, along with happiness, will lead him to greater excellence. Appreciation is beneficial to both the giver and receiver.
If we want to be able to appreciate another person, we must have a heart with openness. When we appreciate someone with openness and joy, our selfishness will certainly diminish. Our notions of jealousy will disappear. A clear mind is also the source of health for our body and mind.
A person with jealousy can never accept another person or his ability. Therefore, we must be willing to let go of envy and egoism.
Appreciation can help one be more successful. There is a short story that supports it. The CEO of a company that was performing on an average level sent a letter of appreciation to his employees on April fool’s Day. Actually, the letter was a mockery. But the content of the letter was like this:
‘Your service is great. As a result of your efforts, the company is leaping to great success.’
He did this by way of mocking the lazy employees. His plan was to call them in the evening and tell them that they had been fooled on April fool’s Day. But when he watched them from his cabin, he realized that all of the crew were very happy after reading his letter. Not wanting to spoil their joy, he didn’t tell the truth about being fooled. Then, he forgot all about it.
However, the company’s dividend that month surprised the CEO. The profit increased double to the previous months. He realized that an encouragement and appreciation were in that one letter he had sent. A compliment can impact someone’s life. So let’s be careful not to waste even an opportunity to appreciate someone or something. Now, I take this opportunity to congratulate you for reading this little write-up.