I think that it is human nature to want others to validate what we do on occasion. As much as we may say we know we’re okay or that we did a good job, it is always nice to have someone else tell us. It’s even better when it’s unsolicited.   Too often, I forget to tell my kids when they do something right (It’s comes more readily to tell them what they are doing wrong). I need to make sure I acknowledge not just the great things people to do help me, but just let them know when they do something great in general.  That is going to be another way I am sure to show gratitude and help lift another person by giving them the recognition they deserve.