The Subtle Difference Between Thankfulness and Appreciation. I’ve been reflecting on the difference between being thankful and truly appreciating. Thankfulness often depends on external circumstances: 🙌 "I’m thankful we landed a major deal." 🎉 "I’m thankful for receiving that job offer." 🏆 "I’m thankful for meeting my career goals this year." Appreciation, however, finds value even when things don’t go as planned: 🌱 "I appreciate the connections I made at my last company, even after being laid off." 💡 "I appreciate the growth and resilience I gained through challenging moments." 🤝 "I appreciate the support from colleagues and loved ones during uncertain times." Appreciation doesn’t have to wait for life to go perfectly—it can see the beauty and lessons in the journey itself. It’s a mindset that can transform challenges into opportunities for gratitude and growth. We can be thankful for a sunny day, but we can also appreciate the rain. As we start to wrap-up and reflect on the year, what can you appreciate in your own journey—whether it’s a success or a challenge? #Gratitude #Appreciation #Perspective #Growth #Leadership #ThankFul
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I help Customer Success Professionals and Leaders improve retention, growth and advocacy to drive business impact. Sharing my learnings and journey from CSM to CCO. | CCO at ClientSuccess
3wI love this distinction! Good post to reflect on!