Monday, September 24, 2007

Manners 101

Today i learnt that one should never underestimate the power of genuine compliments and words in general.

How come? Well all due to some positive feedback and constructive criticism, i'm finally feeling slightly more confident in my creative skills.

But i think it can apply to everything, whether it's work related, relationship based or even crossing paths with strangers. I believe it doesn't hurt to be pay someone an honest compliment or even a simple greeting.

They may only be a few measly words to most but for some, words of appreciation can mean the world to them and can make all the difference. Call them sensitive but i believe it's only human nature to want to feel appreciated [whether we're just a friend or an employee].

I also believe that if one has nothing nice to say, then one shouldn't say anything at all. I guess that's the difference between one who Thinks Before They Speak and one who Speaks But Doesn't Think. By the way, this is not relating to anything in particular but how i feel in general.

Being considerate to others is not only common courtesy but shows Respect, a value which i think very highly of and believe should not be taken for granted.

And to end this completely random dose of Manners 101, remembering that Negativity serves no purpose but proves that it attracts its' own kind.

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