Someone thanked me recently, and the words were sincere. The exchange filled my cup so much that my heart felt like it was going to burst.

Here’s the thing. That expression of gratitude was free. It cost the giver nothing, except a few generous words and some emotional labor.

For me? You couldn’t put a price on that gift.

Why don’t we give these types of gifts more often? The gift of thanks. The gift of heartfelt appreciation. The expression of gratitude.

Free for the giver. Invaluable for the recipient.