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Make sure your boss knows how much you appreciate them!
Ways to Say "Thank You" to a Boss or Manager
It can be hard to figure out what to write when you want to tell your boss how much you appreciate them, but don't let that keep you from thanking someone who has been important in your life.
Remember that at the end of the day, even the simplest "thank you" can mean so much! But if you want to take your note to the next level, I hope these messages will help inspire you.
Appreciation can make a day, even change a life. Your willingness to put it into words is all that is necessary.
— Margaret Cousins
Including a quote in your thank-you is a great way to express your gratitude.
Thank-You Quotes for Your Boss
If you're struggling to find the right words to thank your boss, a quote might be the right answer.
• “No one who achieves success does so without acknowledging the help of others.” —Alfred North Whitehead
• “None of us got to where we are alone. Whether the assistance we received was obvious or subtle, acknowledging someone’s help is a big part of understanding the importance of saying thank you.” —Harvey Mackay
• “We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.” —John F. Kennedy
• “Appreciation is a wonderful thing: it makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well.” —Voltaire
• “At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” —Albert Schweitzer
If the world had more people like you it would be a better place. You do make a difference.
— Catherine Pulsifer
• “The roots of all goodness lie in the soil of appreciation for goodness.” —Dalai Lama
• “Your guidance and patience no matter what I was doing has helped develop me into the person I am today, thank you!” —Catherine Pulsifer
• “When eating fruit, remember the one who planted the tree.” —Vietnamese Proverb
• “Hem your blessings with thankfulness so they don’t unravel.” —Unknown
• “I can no other answer make but thanks, and thanks, and ever thanks.” —William Shakespeare
Has your manager made a huge impact on your life and career? Let them know how grateful you are.
20 Farewell Messages for a Boss or Manager Who Is Leaving
• I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate you for being my manager and mentor. You helped shape my career and professional life and showed me how to transform my mistakes into skills. I really appreciate everything you have taught me!
• Your leadership skills made you the perfect person to manage our team, even with our diverse professional backgrounds. You made it look easy, even though I know how challenging it must have been at times. I’m proud to have learned some of those skills from you. Thank you for your guidance. You will be missed!
• Words can neither qualify nor quantify how helpful your guidance and advice has been. I am forever grateful for your support!
• You have been a great manager, mentor, teacher, and guide. Your support and advice have helped shape my professional career. Thank you for being the best boss ever!
• The success I've had in my career is due in no small part to your support and encouragement. I appreciate you so much and value everything that I have learned from you.
• Thank you for being our manager and role model. We appreciate all the knowledge and skills you've imparted to us. You are a great leader!
• Your leadership and words of encouragement mean a lot to me. I’m very grateful for the opportunities you have given me. Thank you once again for all your time and support!
• I would like to express my profound gratitude for the invaluable experience that I've gained from you. You have been an exemplary boss and manager, and I wouldn't be where I am today without you. Thank you!
• Please accept this thank-you card as an expression of my deep appreciation for your guidance and support. You have been an amazing manager. Thank you for always making me feel heard and having my best interests at heart. You will be missed!
• I would like to express my gratitude to you for being a role model and an inspiration. Your guidance and support were a seemingly inexhaustible resource that I'm afraid I took for granted. But now that you're leaving, I know just how lucky I've been to have you as a manager. Thank you for teaching me so much.
• The quality of your leadership has been an inspiration to me. Thank you so much for being a wonderful boss.
• Your guidance and advice helped brighten my career and professional life. Thank you for being the best manager in the world!
• It's not easy to find a true leader to look up to, so it’s been a wonderful experience to work with a great boss like you. Thank you for sharing your expertise and for helping me establish myself as an expert in my field. I wouldn't be where I am now without your help and guidance!
• The whole team would like to express our gratitude to you for being an inspiration to us. Thank you so much for everything! We will miss you!
• Working under your leadership was a great chance for me to grow professionally and take the next step in my career. Thank you for your support and for pushing me to do my best!
• I would like to thank you for all that you have done for me. I’m so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with you and have enjoyed my time working under your leadership. You taught me many invaluable lessons that I will carry with me forever. Thank you so much!
• You inspired me during difficult times when I needed words of encouragement. Thank you for all your support and advice. You are truly an excellent manager, and I count myself lucky to have worked with you. You will be dearly missed.
• I will forever be grateful for the knowledge and skills that I have gained working under you. Thank you!
• Thank you for all your support and encouragement. I hope that I am able to work with you again in the future!
• You’re the best boss I could ever have dreamed of working with. Thank you for your support and inspiration!
Dear ________,
I wanted to write to say thank you for being a fantastic boss, mentor, and friend. You have taught me so much in my time here, and I honestly can’t thank you enough for your kindness, generosity, and support.
You are a role model for me and many others in our organization, and though I am sad to see you go, I know that you will excel in whatever you do next. I’m grateful for the time that we’ve been able to work together and am happy knowing that you will go on to affect many others in your career.
Thanks again, and best of luck.
(Your Name)
Has your manager gone above and beyond to advocate for you? Don't let that vote of confidence go unthanked.
10 Thank-You Messages for a Promotion or Opportunity
• Thank you so much for the promotion and for having faith in me. I feel very grateful to have a boss who appreciates and values her employees. I look forward to continuing to do great work with you.
• Thank you again for the promotion. Your confidence means a lot to me, and I look forward to fulfilling my role.
• This promotion means a lot to me. You have taught me so much, and I know there’s even more to learn as I take on these new responsibilities. Thank you again for this opportunity!
• I am very excited by this promotion and by the opportunity to continue doing great work with you at this company. Thank you!
• It means so much to me that you have faith in my abilities to take on a managerial role. I feel confident that I will do a good job because you have been an excellent example for me. Thank you again!
• Thank you for believing in me! I’m so excited about this promotion and can’t wait to get started. Let’s get to work!
• You have taught me so much since I started working here, and I look forward to continuing to do great work with you in my new role. Thank you for the promotion!
• Wow. I am so thankful for this opportunity. Thank you for believing in me and showing me how to leverage my skills and talent.
• Thank you for giving me the opportunity to lead this project. I’m so grateful for all the help and guidance you’ve provided me over the years. To a bright future!
• I’m so excited about this promotion. Thank you for being my advocate and for helping me gain the skills I needed to be able to take this on!
Dear _____,
Thank you so much for giving me this opportunity. I have worked very hard to gain the skills and experience necessary to do this job well, and I am grateful that my efforts have been noticed and rewarded.
I’m very excited about my new role and look forward to learning as much as possible and fulfilling your expectations of me.
Thank you so much for having faith in me and my abilities—I know I will continue to learn from your example.
Thanks again,
(Your Name)
Good work deserves recognition. Here are a few ways to thank your manager for noticing all your hard work and rewarding you for it.
10 Ways to Say Thanks for a Raise or Bonus
• Thank you so much for the raise. I am very appreciative of the support that you have shown me and am grateful for the way that you have been my advocate in this organization. You are a fantastic leader and I look forward to continuing to work with you.
• Let’s go to lunch sometime—on me. Thank you for the raise!
• This raise means so much to me. It shows that you have faith in my abilities and are confident in my role at this company. I look forward to continuing to work hard and improve. Thanks again!
• Thank you for the bonus. Our team worked really hard last year, and it means a lot to me that our efforts were noticed. Thanks again!
• Thank you for the raise. It means so much to me that my hard work is being noticed and appreciated. Thanks again!
• Thank you so much for the raise. I look forward to doing more great work with you at this company. Drinks on me tonight!
• Thank you for the raise. I appreciate your faith in me and in my role at this company. Thanks again.
• I am so humbled by this bonus. I feel very grateful to be a part of a company that cares so much about its employees and is always looking out for their best interest.
• Thank you so much for the raise, for your support, and for your investment in my time at this company. I am so happy to be a part of this organization.
• Thank you for the raise! I will work as hard as ever and do my best to never let you down. Thanks again.
Sometimes a short and sweet thank-you note says the most.
10 Short "Thank You" Messages for a Manager
• Thanks for helping me identify my talents and work towards pursuing them!
• Thank you for all the opportunities you have given me to advance my career!
• Your guidance has been so important in shaping my professional life. Thank you!
• Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be part of your team. You bring out the best in me!
• Thank you for being a manager and mentor who cares so much about his employees!
• Thank you for recognizing and rewarding my contributions at work!
• Thank you for imparting knowledge and skills that have helped further my career and professional life.
• I can't thank you enough for everything you've taught me. I feel so lucky to have you as a manager!
• You are a fantastic manager! Thank you for always supporting me, teaching me, and sticking up for me.
• Please accept my deepest thanks for everything you've done and continue to do for me. I am so grateful to have you as a manager!
10 Simple Appreciation Messages for Your Boss
• You make it easy to want to work hard. Thanks for being a great manager.
• I admire your leadership and decision-making skills. I look forward to continuing to learn from you and appreciate all your encouragement and support. Please accept my heartfelt gratitude for all that you do!
• Thank you for giving me an opportunity to work with you. Your kind words, guidance, and encouragement mean a lot to me. You are truly an inspiration!
• Your time and effort mean a lot to me, and I appreciate all that you do to advocate for me. Thanks for being an amazing manager!
• Thank you so much for your words of encouragement and for the inspiration that you provide every day. I feel so lucky to work for you!
• I have learned so many important lessons from you. Thank you for helping me improve my leadership skills and abilities. You’re a fantastic manager and teacher.
• Since I started working with you, I have learned so much that has helped me become a better professional and a better person. Thank you for being such a patient and dedicated mentor!
• You are a wonderful boss who knows how to bring out the best in your employees. Please accept my heartfelt gratitude for all your support and encouragement!
• You are so helpful, kind, and generous with your time and energy. Thank you so much for being an excellent manager!
• I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate you as my manager and friend. You are so skilled and have much to teach, and I am grateful for every opportunity I get to learn from you. Thank you!
A good manager isn't something to take for granted!
How to Write a Thank-You Letter to Your Boss
Writing a thank-you letter to a boss does not have to be daunting, though it can seem that way at times. Here are some tips to help you get started.
• Express what you are thankful for in a simple and polite way. Try saying it out loud first—just say the words that you're trying to express. Once you've tried several ways to say it out loud, try writing one down.
• Give some specific examples of what you appreciate about them. Are they always on time? Do they remember important events in your life? Do they conduct all of their business fairly?
• End your note with a look towards the future—something like "I look forward to continuing to work together."
• Close your letter with “Sincerely yours,” “Respectfully yours,” “Yours truly,” or “Best wishes.”
Sample Thank-You Letter for a Boss
Dear ______,
I would like to thank you for your encouragement and support over the years. You are an exceptional boss who always has his employees' best interests in mind, and your leadership qualities and support have earned you much-deserved respect.
Thank you for being the friendly and open-minded boss that you are. Your support has furthered my career beyond measure, and your generosity will remain in my heart forever. I appreciate your help so much.
Thanks again for everything.
Best regards,
(Your Name)
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In a time when manners are teetering on the edge of extinction and anxiety is on the rise, it is increasingly important to spend time expressing gratitude.
Studies show that even months after writing a simple appreciation quote or journaling feelings of gratitude, people's brains are still wired to feel especially thankful.
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How Do You Appreciate Someone in Words?
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Not only do these personal messages make you feel happier, but also they foster positive feelings in the recipient. And that person is more likely to feel grateful and spread the love to others.
Gratitude seems to have a ripple effect that can improve the lives of so many, and it's well worth the few minutes of time it takes to write down your feelings of gratefulness in a message to others.
109 Thank You Words Of Appreciation Messages to Show Your Gratitude
What do you say to someone you appreciate? Here are some great examples of appreciation messages to send to people to show how much you care.
Appreciation Messages to Friends
Ah, your friends — that wonderful circle of people you've chosen and nurtured because they mean so much to you.
What would we do without our friends who love and support us unconditionally?
Appreciate your friendship and how much they mean to you and how blessed you feel to have them in your life.
1. You always know how to make me laugh and lift my spirits. Thanks so much for being my friend!
2. Whenever something out of the ordinary happens, the first thing I think about is calling to tell you. That's the sign of a great friend.
3. You've been by my side through so many ups and downs, and I want you to know that I'll always do the same for you. Thank you!
4. I knew we would be fast friends the moment we met. I'm so glad that I was right.
5. You help me push my boundaries, lift me up when I'm feeling down, and give me comfort when I'm sad. You are a great friend, and I hope to always have you in my life.
6. “Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another: ‘What! You too? I thought I was the only one.” – C.S. Lewis
7. You know you have found a true friend when you don’t need to be careful about what you say in front of them. Thank you for never judging me, friend.
8. You always have a way of bringing laughter, happiness, and joy into my life. When you are around, everything feels more peaceful, more exciting, and more interesting.
9. There are people who enter your life and make it a bit crazier, make you laugh a little louder, and who shine a little brighter. You are that person for me, and I wouldn’t trade you for anyone else.
10. There’s a lot that happens between two friends who have stood the test of time. The relationship isn't always perfect, but true friends will weather the storms with each other and wait for life to quiet down. They will do whatever they have to do to set things straight, then they go back to being friends again. That’s just how it is with you and me.
11. The secret to lifelong friendship is to treat the friendship as more than a gift but also as a responsibility. Thank you for playing your part in creating perfection.
12. “The friend who can be silent with us in a moment of despair or confusion, who can stay with us in an hour of grief and bereavement, who can tolerate not knowing…not healing, not curing…that is a friend who cares.” – Henri Nouwen
13. Thank you for being the friend who never asks for reasons or explanations when all I need is a hug and a good laugh.
14. The best friends are the ones who continue to give, even when you don't have anything to give back. Thanks for being one for me.
15. I don’t know the best way to say thank you to a friend like you who already knows the things that I never say and never says anything that I don’t understand.
16. I want to thank you, but I don’t know where to begin. So, I just want to say that there are so many things that I would not have been able to do without you.
17. We've done everything together since we were kids. I want to thank you for being such a great friend, and I can't wait to share many more of life’s precious moments with you.
18. You're a great friend who brings out the best in me. I am so grateful to have you in my life. Thank you for being you.
19. Your dedication, understanding, and time all mean so much to me, and I feel very lucky to be able to experience life alongside you. I cherish you forever, my friend.
20. “One loyal friend is worth ten thousand relatives.” – Euripides
21. Friend, I want to let you know that you are the person who I always know will be there for me when something happens — either good or bad. Thank you for being that person in my life.
22. For my burden-bearing, laughter-sharing, and constantly-caring friend: a very joyful, hug-filled, and heartfelt thank you.
23. Thank you for being such a great friend. If you could see my face, you’d see the smile you put on it.
24. Thanks for always being there for me when no one else was. I appreciate you so much.
Words of Appreciation to Loved Ones
There are those special few people in your life, the ones in your inner circle of family and friends, who deserve personal acknowledgment and appreciation words.
You can never show too much gratitude for these people who bring so much joy and love into your life.
Here are some lovely words and appreciation quotes for those you care about the most.
25. Very few people can do the things you do for me and love and care for me this way. You are so special to me. Thank you for everything.
26. There is never anything random about your acts of kindness. Thank you for everything that you do.
27. Thoughtful and unselfish are two words I think of when I think of you. Thank you!
28. I want to thank you for all the wonderful ways you make me happy, even when you don’t realize it.
29. I’m so grateful for you because you are always supportive when I am going through a difficult time. Thank you.
30. Thank you for loving my quirks — you always make me feel special and loved.
31. I know that I don’t say this often enough, but I want to tell you how much I appreciate you and everything you do.
32. My life is very blessed with some of the greatest people. Thank you for being a part of my journey.
33. Sometimes I forget to say thank you to those who make the biggest difference in my life. Those who help to make the bad times bearable and the good times even better. So thank you from the bottom of my heart.
34. Here is a special thank you from my heart to someone who is special in my life. To someone who means a lot to me. A special thank you from me to you, for making life always feel like new.
35. Thank you for the many beautiful ways that you touch my life.
36. Thank you for just being there. You never try to fix me, you just make me feel supported and cared for.
37. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. However, it truly has no bottom for you.
38. So much of me has come from what I learned from you. You’ll always be with me, like a handprint on my heart.
39. “At times, our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” — Albert Schweitzer
40. Thank you is just two words, but they mean a lot coming from my heart to yours.
41. This is just a short note to let you know how much I appreciate all of the awesome things that you do for me. I will always cherish you.
42. I would never be able to thank you enough, but this is a start.
43. I've always felt cherished and appreciated by you, and I want you to know that is exactly how I feel about you.
44. I don't think I would have made it this far without your kindness and generosity. I am especially grateful for you.
45. Whenever I feel alone, you find a way to sneak in. Thank you for always making my life feel more complete.
46. If I were to write about all the reasons that I am grateful for you on little pieces of paper, they would fill up an entire room. You are amazing, and I am so blessed to have you in my life. Thank you for everything you are.
47. Thank you for helping make my life become a dream come true.
48. I appreciate that you always remind me to stay true to myself, and you love me for who I am. Thank you.
49. Life has so many trying moments. For your companionship, support, and unique assistance, I want to say a big thank you.
Appreciation Message for Birthdays
Have you received some lovely birthday gifts or messages?
Show your appreciation to those who remembered your birthday by sending a short “Thank you” message. Just a few words can acknowledge the effort others have made to celebrate you.
50. I want to take a moment to say thank you to everyone for all of the positive birthday wishes. It means so much to me that you all made the effort to wish me a happy birthday. I feel very blessed to have all of you as my friends.
51. Thank you to everyone for the birthday wishes and laughs. I keep our friendship and love in my heart. Love to you all.
52. It is a great day! My birthday is a great reminder of how grateful I am for all of the beauty in my life. Thanks for making me feel great!
53. I am overwhelmed with how much attention I received for my birthday and would like to extend gratitude to each and every one of you for your kind greetings. I'm sure that all of your wishes will bring me a great year.
54. Thank you to everyone for all the love and support on my birthday. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. It is wonderful to know that I am surrounded by amazing people.
55. I am truly blessed! I woke up this morning with so many messages from all of you for my birthday! Thank you so much for being such a great part of my life.
56. To all of my family and friends, I am so lucky to have all of you sending me thoughtful messages that are full of love on my birthday. Thank you so much!
57. I want to say a big thank you for all the messages, cards, and gifts that were given to me today on my birthday. Thank you to everyone for making my birthday especially wonderful.
58. You all always make me feel happy on my birthday. You give the most thoughtful gifts and say the kindest words. If this is what it feels like to turn a year older, I wouldn’t mind getting older every day!
59. I am truly blessed to have such a great family. You always make my birthday special. Thank you so much for all of your love. You make me happy to be alive.
60. You all made my birthday an unforgettable one. I hope you all know how good it feels to have amazing friends and family like you to share my birthdays with.
61. Thank you for going to so much trouble to give me such a great birthday. This is one of the best birthdays of my life.
62. Birthdays can be a bittersweet time with age, but I have so much to be grateful for that I can't think of even one negative thing. Thank you to everyone who made my day so special.
63. It is so amazing that you never ever miss wishing me well on my birthday. Thank you!
64. Thank you all for your warm birthday wishes. I wish us all a happy life ahead!
65. The most valuable gift I have ever gotten is the love and support from my friends and family. Thank you so much for sharing that with me on my birthday!
66. I don’t think of birthdays as a day to get older. I think of it as giving me another year to have all of you as friends! I appreciate all of your birthday wishes!
67. I'm amazed to receive so much love and care from my friends and family. I am grateful for everyone for making my birthday special!
68. I want to express my genuine gratitude to everyone who remembered me on my birthday. Thank you all!
69. I appreciate all of you for your thoughtful birthday wishes. It is so encouraging and refreshing to hear from such great friends on my special day!
70. Thank you for helping remind me that so many amazing people love me! I appreciate this outpouring of love on my birthday!
71. Words can’t express my appreciation for everyone remembering my birthday! I want everyone to know that you always show your love and support!
72. Birthdays tend to draw less attention with age, but you all showed me how much you still care, thank you!
73. I am so grateful for everyone who helped make this birthday another year for the books!
Inspirational Words of Appreciation
These appreciation quotes and messages can brighten someone's day and give them the motivation to do more and feel happier.
What a lovely gift to offer a friend or family member you appreciate!
76. The more you are grateful for in your life, the more opportunities for gratitude you will have.
77. You inspire me every day to be the best person I can be. That is the best gift you could ever offer me.
78. Each day is a new opportunity to be grateful for something new.
80. You can choose to take things for granted or to take things with gratitude.
81. “Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity…it makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.” — Melody Beattie
82. It is never too soon to show your appreciation.
83. “Gratitude is a quality similar to electricity: it must be produced and discharged and used up in order to exist at all.” — William Faulkner
84. You have to stop and remind yourself that each moment is the only one you are positive you will have.
85. While a lot of people are able to see that a job has been well done, only a select few will speak up with appreciation.
86. A little appreciation goes a long way, but I can never say enough how much I appreciate you.
87. Appreciation speaks louder in action than it does in words.
88. “Let us rise up and be thankful, for if we didn't learn a lot today, at least we learned a little, and if we didn't learn a little, at least we didn't get sick, and if we got sick, at least we didn't die; so, let us all be thankful.” — Buddha
89. Someone who feels appreciated will always do more than you expect them to do.
90. Words have power. Use them wisely to show your gratitude.
92. Your appreciation can never be fake. Even if you don't say it out loud, you will feel it.
93. “When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around.” — Willie Nelson
94. Be thankful for everything you have in your life, and know that you will always end up with more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.
95. One of the reasons that appreciation is so wonderful is that it makes what is outstanding in others belong to us as well.
96. “Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues but the parent of all others.” — Marcel Proust
97. Every night when I count my blessings, you are always at the top of the list.
98. Gratitude unlocks the unique treasures of life.
99. Foster a habit of practicing gratitude for every good thing that comes your way, and give thanks regularly. Because everything you have has contributed to your advancement in life, you should include everything in your gratitude.
100. Gratitude is equal to riches. Complaints are equal to poverty.
101. Upon waking, allow your first thought to be, “Thank You.”
Teacher Appreciate Messages
Whether you're a student or a parent — or even a former student — you can make a teacher feel valued for all of their dedication and hard work with just a few words of gratitude.
102. You have done so much more than help me learn. You have taught me to be a student of life and to value excellence in all that I do.
103. I can't express what a difference you've made in my life. It's teachers like you who inspire students years beyond their time in the classroom.
104. I used to hate history classes, but you have made history come alive for me. The way you teach shows how much you love sharing your passion with your students.
105. Having you as my child's teacher has made me understand what real teaching is all about. Your care and love for your students is so obvious, and both students and parents think the world of you.
106. This has been my best school year ever because you've been my best teacher ever. Thank you for helping me learn and grow into the best version of myself.
107. I wish all professors shared the same joy and enthusiasm you have in the classroom. It's infectious and makes every moment of learning a pleasure. You're an inspiration.
108. When I look back on my time in your class this year, I will always think of it as a turning point in my life. You helped me see the value of hard work and excellence.
109. I know it's been many years since I graduated, but I've had you on my mind. I wanted to tell you what a difference you made in my life as my teacher. Because of your guidance, I have . . .
How Do You Write an Appreciation Message?
Now you have some ideas about what to include in an appreciation message. But you still may be confused about how to create a message, text, or letter that clearly communicates your feelings.
Here are some points to consider before you sit down to craft your words of appreciation.
• Take a moment to reflect on your gratitude and appreciation so you are in touch with these feelings as you write.
• Think about what the recipient would most like to hear — what would be the most meaningful.
• Put your message into your own words so it sounds sincere and heartfelt.
• Try to mention specifics rather than just offering sweeping words of thanks.
• If you decide to include a quote, find one that supports what you've said in your own words. Don't use the quote alone to communicate your gratitude.
No matter how you write your words of thanks, remember that the one who receives it will have moment of joy in their day because of you. Just knowing that you will put a smile on their face is enough to inspire you to write the perfect message.
How Do You Express Your Gratitude?
I hope you found the quotes and messages in this list that provide just the words you need to express your feelings.
If you want to share words of gratitude to someone in a unique way, write them a note of appreciation that memorializes the way you feel.
If nothing else, here's hoping these messages of appreciation will inspire you to savor all of the good things and people in your life.
Rather than dwelling on negativity, problems, or lack, allow the blessings in your life to occupy your thoughts more often. And express your gratitude to those around you more often.
Your sense of gratitude of others not only lifts up the people you appreciate, but it also makes you feel happier and more confident.
Why not leave a little note of appreciation for someone you care about today?
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