Yesterday I received a very thoughtful email from a stranger named Patrick. These are his opening paragraphs:
With this email, I want to let you know that I appreciate your business writing blog so much. Regularly, I visit your blog to educate myself on writing appropriate English. Your site is my favorite resource for improving my English writing skills. Your site is also bookmarked on my computer.
I am writing you this letter to let you know that you have a big fan walking around on this wonderful planet that encourages you to continue with all the good work you deliver.
Patrick went on to tell me that he is Dutch and immigrated to the U.S. six years ago. He lives with his “sweet, lovely wife” in New Hampshire.
Of course, Patrick is no longer a stranger. I emailed to thank him and ask his permission to publish parts of his letter here. He responded, giving his permission and sharing encouragement and appreciation. He is a friend.
Complimenting. Thanking. Saying yes. Sharing. That is what life is all about!
Thoughtful or thoughtless? Which camp do you want to join?
Of course, being thoughtful requires more than just the thought. It takes action. Right now: Why not write and send a complimentary email, a note of thanks, a letter of encouragement, or a response that says “Yes!”
You have heard of the power of positive thinking. This is the power of positive action: Because of Patrick’s kind remarks, I was inspired to write this blog post, even though I spent the day teaching business writing and driving two hours in heavy traffic–and I’ll do it again tomorrow. But I had to write because of my “big fan.”
Imagine the power of your thoughtfulness. What hard work, wild enthusiasm, continued commitment, special effort, or brilliant ideas will it inspire in others?
Thoughtful or thoughtless? You choose.
Lynn
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