William James, American philosopher, psychologist, and medical doctor; was quoted saying: “The deepest principle in human nature is the craving to be appreciated.”
Dale Carnegie devoted an entire chapter of his book, How to Win Friends & Influence People, to the idea of “giving honest and sincere appreciation.” (Principle#2)
Mr. Carnegie further described that sharing honest appreciation for an individual, or for a deed done by a person; serves to satisfy the natural human desire to feel and be viewed as important. Something Dale Carnegie and other experts have indicated we all deeply want and live for as human beings.
Resolving to readily and regularly share genuine appreciation toward and for others during a new year can help keep people motivated to be integral members of the team; and reassure them that they are people who are recognized for their individual importance and value.
Sharon M. Biggs, M.A., is a wife, mother, and 21st Century educational leader who serves as Co-Chair & President of Lifeline Foundation, Inc. This 23-year educator is also Founder, Editor, and Chief Writer of LifelineExtensions.blog. View Sharon's other published works at http://www.examiner.com/.
Contact Sharon directly for more information: sharonbiggs@mylifelinefoundation.org
"Children are the globe's most precious commodity."
(Terence H. Biggs, Jr. ~ 2009)
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