Validation/Appreciation

The CEO bringing home millions, to the sanitation engineer, to the stay-at-home mom, raising the next generation with no monetary compensation, every person and every job is equally important.  We all need to know that the things we do are appreciated.  We are programmed with a desire to feel we are doing well, that we are needed and wanted.  So I ask you, are you validating those around you and are you being validated?

Every contribution has a place and makes an impact on those around us.  Some people look down on those in lower positions of status, those making less money or doing the dirty job that others avoid like the plague.  Just remember, if these people were not performing these duties, you would have to.  Take a moment to thank them for all they do.  It may just put a smile on their face or brighten their day.

If you have not been taking a moment to appreciate others contributions, it is never too late to begin. People that feel appreciated for their contributions will be more inclined to continue to contribute.  Those that don't feel appreciated will eventually find other sources for appreciation.