There's been so many lovely things said about me, and I'm glad that I've had the opportunity to thank everybody. Thank you.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ruth appreciates kind words and thanks people publicly.
- In plain terms
- He is thankful for praise and thanks everyone.
- What can you take from it?
- Acknowledge kindness when you receive it.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you show gratitude?
- Who have you thanked recently?
Another view
Public thanks can sometimes feel performative.
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