I received an unexpected complement not too long ago. It was one of those that felt so incredibly genuine. Isn't it that the unexpected ones that so seamlessly enter into a conversation are the most penetrating? How often do we engage in an activity or project that is incredibly meaningful to us, but for which we may have doubts or reservations? One little unsolicited complement that comes directly from the heart can turn those reservations right around and make us feel whole again. I didn't even realize how much I needed to hear my friend's words until she said them. It encouraged me to keep striving and made me see that others find meaning in what I do.
Moments like these are blessings. They're little reminders that we are being true to ourselves and that we are on the right path. Notice the next time someone gives you such an unsolicited complement for something you may have been struggling with. Tune into how it makes you feel, it's genuine disposition. How palpable is it? I'm going to hold on to the feeling of this one for as long as I can. It was unbelievably uplifting. Thank you Natalya.
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