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. - ~ ~ ~
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. - ~ ~ ~
The Gift of Laughter – Clip cartoons. Share articles and funny stories. Your gift will say, “I love to laugh with you!” - ~ ~ ~
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. - ~ ~ ~
The Gift of a Favor – Every day, go out of your way to do something kind. - ~ ~ ~
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. - ~ ~ ~
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. - ~ ~ ~
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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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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