“In this sad world of ours, sorrow comes to all; and to the young, it comes with bitterest agony, because it takes them unawares. The older have learned to ever expect it.”
– Abraham Lincoln, upon learning a friend had died in the Civil War, in a letter to the daughter of the fallen soldier
The eyes, they say, are gateway to the soul. Words, when thoroughly vetted and chosen, are the gateway to the heart. (Yes, actions speak louder than words….bear with me…)
Ben Franklin (along with others, including Pascal…) is often quoted as saying, “If I’d had more time, I’d have written a shorter letter.” It is easy to be verbose. It is worth it to be succinct.
Valued employee? Tell them. Write them a short note; “I value you and your contributions.” Loved one? Tell them. Write them a short note; “I love you and always will.” Tough situation? Tell them. Write them a short note; “Your willingness to work through this means a lot to me…”
If someone is celebrating, or hurting, a short note with words from our heart will make a difference.
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