{"id":41722,"date":"2016-08-02T10:31:43","date_gmt":"2016-08-02T18:31:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/?p=41722"},"modified":"2017-05-27T08:49:01","modified_gmt":"2017-05-27T16:49:01","slug":"5-situations-when-you-should-say-thank-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/blog\/5-situations-when-you-should-say-thank-you\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Situations When You Should Say “Thank You” (and mean it)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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After coming back from Japan, I realized that I don\u2019t say the words \u201cthank you\u201d enough in my life. When I traveled there, I noticed that almost everywhere I went, people would say \u201carigato\u201d (that\u2019s Japanese for thank you) with a cheerful smile.<\/p>\n

Showing your train pass to the ticket checker? \u201cThank you.\u201d<\/p>\n

Browsing the baked confectioneries in a department store? \u201cThank you.\u201d<\/p>\n

Checking out of the hotel? \u201cThank you.\u201d<\/p>\n

In fact, I realized that instead of thanking the people in my life, I often came up with reasons, excuses, or silence. But simply saying the words \u201cthank you\u201d is much more meaningful than anything else.<\/p>\n

So whenever one of these situations happens, remember that those two words are sufficient:<\/p>\n

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  1. When a thought leader\u2019s words changes your life.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    In the Internet age, it\u2019s easy for us to remain anonymous as we follow along in someone\u2019s teachings.<\/p>\n

    But a little word of thanks can go a long way.<\/p>\n

    If there\u2019s a thought leader, writer, or someone on social media whom you regularly learn from, just reach out and say \u201cthank you\u201d. It means a lot from them to receive a kind message.<\/p>\n

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    1. When someone gives you advice.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Someone\u2019s advice, unsolicited or not, is best taken graciously. Even if you don\u2019t find the person\u2019s advice useful or decide not to follow it, it shows that they\u2019re trying to help.<\/p>\n

      Maybe it\u2019s not what you want. Maybe you were hoping for praise and comfort instead. Rather than challenging the advice or ignoring the person, just a simple thanks will suffice.<\/p>\n

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      1. When someone compliments you.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Whenever people give us a compliment, such as \u201cGreat job on the workout!\u201d or \u201cLove your haircut!\u201d, too often we dismiss the person\u2019s words.<\/p>\n

        We downplay ourselves, which can end up making the other person feel like their words were brushed off.<\/p>\n

        Accepting a compliment is not a sign of arrogance. It is a sign of graciousness. When you say \u201cthank you\u201d, you pat yourself on the back and accept the person had to say.<\/p>\n

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        1. Whenever someone goes out of their way to help.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Even though the news may tell us otherwise, there are so many people who want to help. I always try to thank the people who, no matter how small their gesture, do something nice.<\/p>\n

          In the winter, I was standing at a bus stop when a woman said something to me and gestured up towards the roof of the bus shelter.<\/p>\n

          It turned out that she was warning me about standing underneath the icicles that could possibly fall down. So I smiled at her and said, \u201cthank you.\u201d<\/p>\n

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          1. When someone is by your side.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            When someone is by your side, it\u2019s easy to forget because they\u2019re always there. Whether it\u2019s a supportive family member, friend, or mentor, they are people who want love and acceptance as well.<\/p>\n

            You don\u2019t need to have a special occasion or permission to thank them. You can thank them today.<\/p>\n

            Think of a few people who have helped you or supported you, and send them a message saying, \u201cI just wanted to thank you for the support you\u2019ve given me.\u201d<\/p>\n

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