Expressing gratitude leads us to happiness
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There are so many times in our lives wherein we are helped by our friends, family members, loved ones and even strangers. Whether it is for a job or a random favour, help at work or in our personal lives, all of us look for support at different stages of our lives. While some need support all the time, there are others who can manage themselves without needing too much help.
But again, do we thank those who help us? Do we express our gratitude towards them? Do we believe in helping others in their times of need?
These questions and more are very relevant considering the fact that these days more and more people have started to think all about themselves. At every step in life, they feel that its all about their dreams, their goals, their happiness and so on and so forth. But then, humans are social beings. And life is also about helping those who have helped us as well as thinking about those in need.
Consider a scenario when you were down due to issues both in your professional and personal life. Your friend helped you overcome that tough phase without even your asking for help. While you did thank him, he only expected to see you happy which was the key driver for him to help you in the way he did.
Now, if he or any other friends of yours are down and out, wouldn’t it be your duty to support them in any which way possible? While they may not ask for it, this is what friends are for.
We must always learn to express gratitude for whatever support and happiness we have got in our lives. As someone has truly said, if we help others, there is always a strong chance of others helping us in our times of need.
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Alok Singhal
Can’t agree more to this. Keep spreading happiness around !
aseemrastogi2
Thanks Alok :). Yeah it’s all about helping individuals all the time :D.
Vinay Leo R.
I like the thought 🙂 Help, for there’s a chance that one day, you might need it too. Lovely post and thoughts!
aseemrastogi2
Totally Vinay! One never knows when he or she may fall in some trouble god forbid.
Roshan Radhakrishnan
I definitely agree… a few years back, I deliberately chose to do this, helping a few friends who I felt needed help but were too reluctant to seek it. We ended up becoming the closest of friends and even today, I know that they too will be there for me when my bad times arrive, atleast to give support if not being physically present.
It comes down to realising who will be there and who is a fair weather friend
aseemrastogi2
Thanks doc for stopping by :). Yeah and this is the way good relationships and friendships are built. These will be individuals who may stand by you to help you even when you least expect it.
aseemrastogi2
Thanks doc for stopping by :). Yeah and this is the way good relationships and friendships are built. These will be individuals who may stand by you to help you even when you least expect it.