Being appreciated is like jet-fuel for the soul

Today I was appreciated.  Deeply appreciated. Thoughtfully appreciated. It was jet fuel for my soul. Just call me “Rocket-ship Davidson”.

Not only was I appreciated, I was appreciated in a way the person knew would resonate with me. This person took the time to discover and reflect on what that might be.  As I write this I realize – HEY, that’s exactly how a Celebrant should behave! Finding the resonance is Celebrants do best.

So what rocked my world?

Celebrant in training Catherine M. met me at my local tea lounge Shaktea which I LOVE LOVE LOVE.  I thought we were meeting for me to share with Catherine about my practice over a simple cup of tea. I was incredibly delighted to find that Catherine had pre-reserved Shaktea’s coveted Afternoon Tea. Can you hear me licking my chops?  Not only that, she presented me with a gorgeous bouquet of fall flowers.  I was so touched, the tears nearly fell except that I was smiling too hard to cry. I have a big smile and it was truly shining like a beacon! I felt like a Princess for an Afternoon.

It made me think about the art of appreciating someone.

Being appreciated is a wonderful feeling. It’s inspiring. Motivating. Today’s appreciation helps me to feel I’m on the right path with my work.

Catherine’s very thoughtful and genuine gesture makes me want to pay it forward.  Tomorrow I am going to appreciate someone else in a meaningful way.  Doesn’t have to cost a whack of dough… doesn’t have to cost anything… but it needs to be thoughtful and aligned with the person.  Hm…. who will be my appreciation gal or guy tomorrow?  Look out, it might be YOU!!!