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★Gifts Which Cost You Nothing [reciprocal reward]

Eight Gifts That Don’t Cost A Cent by Steve Goodier ONE MINUTE CAN CHANGE A LIFE

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This simple checklist can help measure how you are nurturing your relationships.

“Eight Gifts That Don’t Cost A Cent (author unknown*)

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    The Gift Of Listening – But you must really listen. Don’t interrupt, don’t daydream, don’t plan your response. Just listen.
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    The Gift of 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.
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    The Gift of Laughter – Clip cartoons. Share articles and funny stories. Your gift will say, “I love to laugh with you!”
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    The Gift of 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.
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    The Gift of a Favor – Every day, go out of your way to do something kind.
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    The Gift of 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.
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    The Gift of 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.
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    The Gift of a Cheerful Disposition – The easiest way to feel good is to extend a kind word to someone.”
    Those who take care of their relationships build whole and happy lives.
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quote Be willing to forgive, and don’t unnecessarily judge others. If we knew the past experiences of those around us, their hurts and fears, their hopes and dreams, we would be far more compassionate.
Prepared by Sam Quick, Ph.D., Human Development and Family Relations Specialist, and Alex Lesueur, Jr., M.S.L.S, Staff Support Associate.
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