Emotional Intimacy Question: Gratitude

[ysabetwordsmith]

Folks have mentioned an interest in questions and conversations that make them think. So I've decided to offer more of those. This is the current list.

38. How do you express gratitude towards others? Give me an example.

Sometimes I repay it in kind, like if someone writes a story for me, I may do one for them.  Other times it's almost the opposite, such as doing a chore I dislike.

Comments

[redsixwing]

I thank them with words, and I look for places I can do something nice for them, be that a small treat or help on something that's been bothering them.

I make a game of listening for minor expressed wants. Not only does that make gift-giving occasions fun when you can surprise someone with something they mentioned offhand six months ago, but it makes really good fodder for small acts of gratitude.