by Shawna Blake

Created on: April 06, 2008   Last Updated: June 29, 2009

Each day we awake, get ready to go out into the big world that we live in and create for ourselves ways to make money in order to live. We fail to think about the fact that there are millions of people that make it possible for us to do any of the things that we do day by day. The paper delivery person that brings you world news, or the coffee shop on the corner whose employees know your 'usual' by heart. They are the people that work on an assembly line to make the products that you take along with you every day. Those people deserve thanks, but sadly enough, they do not get it near as often as they should.

~Prayer.
Giving thanks to anyone means nothing if at first you do not thank the heaven's. In prayer you pay homage to whichever God, or God's that you believe brought you to this earth. You should thank the Lord for your family, your friends and the opportunities that are granted to you.

~Compliments.
Everyone could use a nice, kind word every now and again. In fact, we should all make it a point to compliment at least one person every day. Giving people kind words may encourage them to compliment someone else in turn. Every little compliment will boost someone else's confidence, and make nicer things happen to them as well as others.

~Saying Thank You.
Perhaps the most least uttered words in the English language, next to I love you. A boss telling you occasionally that you performed well, or that you did a good job. Though it should not be said all of the time, it should most certainly be said when it is earned. It should be said whenever anyone does anything for someone else that is kind. Holding open a door or serving your iced coffee efficiently.

~Handshake.
Platonically perfect. We do it upon meeting someone new as a friendly gesture, and we do it in congratulations, why not use it for gratitude as well. It provides human contact, but not in a way that would make anyone too uncomfortable. It is a bold, professional gesture that is known the world over.

~Hug.
Physical human interaction is very important in our world. It sometimes isn't enough to see someone every day, or even speak to them. People sometimes need a hug. Hugs are platonic, they are not sexual, they are comforting. I don't think that you should walk around hugging total strangers, or maybe even your boss, but a hug is a great way to express gratitude, especially amongst your friends.

~Smile.
A simple smile can be the nicest and warmest feelings in the world. Sometimes words are just not enough. A

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