We all have special people in our lives. We want them to be the very best they could possibly be. We want them to reach for the stars or climb mount Everest as they so deserve. We want them to achieve their goals. Sometimes, as much as we love these special people, we don't remind them enough how proud we are. As much as we can say we love, love doesn't always equal how proud we are. While love is a powerful word, sometimes it is important to distinct the words "proud" and "love." Therefore, go out and remind the people you love that you are proud of them.
1. We all have busy lives.
Yes, we are all busy. We are cooped up with what is going on in our busy lives. We ponder on when we will have a break to just sit down from standing all day at work to eat the last slice of pizza in the fridge or watch that TV show we have been waiting to watch. But sometimes, as busy as we are, it is important to call the people we love to honor them for all the hard work they do.
2. It is called good karma.
It is called good karma that, even though you know your life is busy and people don't always applaud you for all the hard work you do, it is OK. Sometimes, just take out the time to appreciate the hard work you loved ones do. Then, hopefully in the long run, something positive will come your way.
3. Our loved ones do amazing things for us.
These people are always there when you are sad, they call you to make you smile, they bring you cookies when you had a rough day and they will always be your best friends. That is what makes them loved ones. They are always there for you.
4. Be proud of their accomplishments.
Remind them that they accomplished so much and they have a lifetime of many more great accomplishments to go. Maybe they are graduating college. Maybe they aced their exam. Regardless, remind these people how much you value their existence; remind them how proud they should be to be themselves.
5. Brag about your loved ones.
Remind the world of how proud you are to know this person. Even if the world is just your mom or your best friend, let others know how grateful you are to have this person in your life.
6. Remind this person from a distance how proud you are of them.
Even if you aren't in the same state or even the same town, find a way to reach your loved ones to remind them how grateful you are. Call them up on the phone, Facetime or Skype them. We live in a world where technology is to our advantage, so use it.
Regardless, let your loved ones know how proud you are of them. While the word "proud" is only five letters, five letters can mean all the difference when you are trying to let someone know you care.
