I thought I would share this heartwarming story with my readers because it demonstrated to me how powerful praise, value and appreciation can be.
I had to go to the doctor yesterday and at the end of our discussion he suddenly said: "I saw you walking towards your flat last week. I was driving with my daughter and I pointed to you and told her, 'That lady is my star patient and I am so proud of her' !"
I am used to getting praises every day but to have such a compliment from my doctor, when I least expected it, was simply awesome. I felt like skipping around when I heard it. To think that he thought so highly of me to comment to his family. I asked him what I was dressed in, and when he said 'a mini skirt', it brought the day back to mind. I was heading out on a date, which was wonderful but he wasn't quite my type, and was feeling fantastic. I have taken some pictures in the outfit here.
But his compliment reminded me how important it was to appreciate others, especially family and friends; to affirm and reinforce them because we often take them for granted. Surprise someone with a compliment or word of praise today. It could be the only reinforcement they get in a while! My doctor certainly made my day in a most unexpected way.
On Good News Wednesday, I would like to thank you for being there, for visiting my column and for valuing me enough to read my posts. I hope your day is magical! :o)
Elaine Sihera (Ms CYPRAH)
Emotional Health Adviser
"Respect and love begin with the self. If we have none, how can we give away any?"







