Be The Best Receiver Ever: Master Your Appreciation Skills

They say that it's better to give than to receive. But givers sometimes bemoan the lack of appreciation from the recipients.

Christmas is fast approaching, surely, (or hopefully) there will be lots of presents in store for you! That's why it's not too late to brush up on your appreciation skiils. Remeber, a simple act of gratitude never goes unnoticed. It's expressing your thanks to the giver whether in form of gifts, cash, or even a simple compliment. It's just a simple way to give back to the giver and assuring them that their efforts have been helpful.

* Accept compliments graciously. Stop downplaying your qualities when you're being complimented. It can be your style, your physical attributes, yor talents, your achievements, etc. A simple "Thank you" is a good way to go. It's indicative of your willingness and acceptance that you deserve the good things that come your way.

Practice saying it even though you're not comfortable enough, because it's a good thing. It's something positive and whether you admit it or not, you feel good inside, right?

And here are some more ideas to say thank you for receiving compliments:

Wow, you just made my day!
It's nice of you to sat that!
I never even noticed it, thanks!
Thamks for your encouraging words.

Appreciate what people do for you and express your gratitude. The more we receive and express our thanks sincerely, the more we build our connections with people. Take note that a lack of appreciation from the receiver may never go unnoticed from someone who gave. Even to those random strangers who make our lives and our daily transactions easier, a simple smile and thank you can warm up the person.

Here are some examples:

Thank your waiter for bringing your orderr
Thank the grocery boy for transporting your merchandise baggage to your car.
Thank your workmate/s for assisting you in your tasks.
Thank your friends for being there for you.

Gift-giving and sharing will be much more wonderful if we know we have people who value appreciation by expressing their gratitude.