Living Underwater: A Lesson in Praise

Dear friends, today I want to share a story from my past, a story that taught me the importance of praise. This tale is not from the comfort of a cozy living room or the warmth of a sunlit porch, but from the depths of the ocean. Yes, you read that right. This is a story about living underwater.

The Dive

Many moons ago, I was part of a deep-sea exploration team. We were a motley crew of divers, scientists, and adventurers, all united by our love for the mysteries of the deep. Our mission was to live underwater for a month, studying the marine life and the ocean floor.

The Challenge

Living underwater is no easy task. The pressure is immense, the environment alien, and the isolation, daunting. But we were prepared, or so we thought. What we weren’t prepared for was the toll it would take on our spirits. The lack of sunlight, the constant hum of machinery, and the monotonous routine started to wear us down.

The Turnaround

One day, our team leader, a grizzled veteran of many such missions, gathered us all. He started praising each one of us, pointing out our strengths, our contributions, and our resilience. He thanked us for our hard work and dedication. That simple act of praise turned things around. We felt seen, appreciated, and motivated. Our spirits lifted, and we found the strength to carry on.

The Lesson

From that day forward, I understood the power of praise. It’s not just about acknowledging someone’s efforts. It’s about recognizing their worth, their contribution, and their resilience. It’s about lifting their spirits and giving them the strength to carry on.

So, my dear friends, let’s not forget to praise those around us. Let’s recognize their efforts, their strengths, and their contributions. Let’s lift their spirits and give them the strength to carry on. Because, in the end, we are all living underwater, in one way or another, and a little praise can go a long way.

Until next time,

Kev