Human Interaction

Growing up, I felt as though I wanted to be affirmed more, to be validated. In more recent times, I am learning the most important validation is what I tell myself and how I feel about myself.

I am also learning that since it is so important to me, I should vocalize what I find to be great qualities in others. I find that when someone tells me something positive it makes me want to try ten times harder to continue to uphold that quality. 

Lately, I haven’t been holding back in telling others the positive things I think and feel about them. And of course, these are things I authentically feel too. My favorite thing to see is that light on peoples face that brightens once they hear something they’re doing right. 

People are simple, they like to feel appreciated. I believe people like to feel that they have a place in this world. 

Next time you are out, challenge yourself a bit. Try to say something that is authentically nice about someone. This could be a loved one, a friend, or even a stranger.

Peace, and love [s.t.]