No matter what we have been through in our life, no matter how old we are or where we live, we all desire the same thing ~ To have our life validated by others and to be appreciated.
For some reason, people think too much of themselves to just get to the bottom of things and just be the loving and caring people we were made to be. People overthink things way too much.
I'm reminded of a saying: K.I.S.S. ~ Keep It Simple Stupid
If someone does something for you, show that you appreciate it ~ somehow. Can be as simple as a smile. Granted most people only do things in order to get "repaid" somehow; but for the few of us out there that do things because they care, show your appreciation.
Same with validation ~ it can be as simple as repeating something a person has said, sharing an experience. Just to know that you matter and/or made a difference in someone's life, no matter how big or small.
We all deserve to be appreciated and validated ~ think of how the world would be if we all were.
With that being said ~ I would like to thank anyone who has ever been a part of my life. Even if you do not know how, you have made a difference in my life.
Thank You
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I am wary of the fad for affirmation but I think I understand what you mean by validation. So often I have felt adrift from others so a moment of empathy and genuine appreciation is so precious and healing.
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