Why is it so hard to appreciate? Friday, 12 July
Hola,
Do you confuse appreciation with validation?
Validation says, “I don't believe what I know unless someone else's words or actions confirm it.👋
Appreciation says, “I know this thing about myself, but I appreciate you seeing my efforts and gifts.🥂
You are confident in your work, but it doesn’t hurt when someone appreciates it, does it?
So why not you do it? 💡
We are all working hard in our own way - some might be hustling, some might be upskilling, or some might be taking a sabbatical - but when you work hard, you want people to notice. 🫣
Give you some kind of appreciative feedback as it activates a reward center in our brain and releases dopamine (happy hormone) in our striatum.
Did you know, our bodies have an automated response to receiving appreciation or compliments?🤍
You may know when you are doing a good job at your work or your relationships or yourself, but having people around who reward your behavior reinforces it. 🫂;
It aids you in continuing to hone your skills, in your growth, and in your life.
So again, why not you do it? 💡
Appreciate often.jpg Photo by Clay Banks on Unsplash
Photo by S O C I A L . C U T on Unsplash.
It feels good to be appreciated, but have you tried appreciating? It too feels good.📌
Have an appreciative weekend 🫰
Love,
Walkover