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it's not enough to have lived. We should be determined to live for something. May I suggest that it be creating joy for others, sharing what we have for the betterment of personkind, bringing hope to the lost and love to the lonely.

— Leo Buscaglia

Eight Gifts

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Eight Gifts That Cost Nothing to Share

 

  • LISTENING...  But you must REALLY listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your response. Just listening.
  • AFFECTION...  Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends.
  • LAUGHTER...  Clip cartoons. Share articles and funny stories. Your gift will say, "I love to laugh with you."
  • A WRITTEN NOTE...  It can be a simple "Thanks for the help" note or a full sonnet. A brief, handwritten note may be remembered for a lifetime, and may even change a life.
  • A COMPLIMENT...  A simple and sincere, "You look great in red" "You did a super job" or "That was a wonderful meal" can make someone's day.
  • A FAVOR...  Whenever there is the chance, share a small random act of kindness.
  • SOLITUDE...  There are times when we want nothing better than to be left alone. Be sensitive to those times, and give the gift of solitude to others.
  • A CHEERFUL DISPOSITION...  The easiest way to feel good is to extend a kind word to someone. It's as easy as saying hello or thank you.

 

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