The addJOY Podcast

S4 E8 Savoring + Appreciation: Appreciation

Episode Summary

In today's episode, our founders, Mucinex (Kanika) + Robitussin (Mari), discuss what how to appreciate others for more meaningful and joyful experiences. If you're enjoying, like, subscribe, and review. Opening Music: Ten Times Mood by Elliot Holmes Song: Joy by Voices of Fire featuring Pharrell Williams Outro Music: Last Train by Elliot Holmes Interlude Music: Some Catalan Mysteries by Redeemin'

Episode Notes

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Why is it important to appreciate those things and people you love?
- It boosts others physically: directly tied to a surge in dopamine (for the person being appreciated and the person appreciating)
- It gets the best out of a person and keeps them motivated
- It supports well-being
- It helps people feel valued
- It makes people feel supported when you cultivate the relationship as a sign of appreciation
- It makes people more willing to pay it forward
- It trains
- It builds trust
- It helps people to like you more: “people who give recognition are better liked and perceived as more innovative than those who don’t”
- It creates a positive atmosphere
- It helps YOU practice gratitude: when you commit to appreciation, your life becomes richer, full of color, and more satisfying
Things to remember when appreciating others
- It doesn’t have to be big and showy
- Be consistent: it’s hard to remember you’re appreciated if it’s rare or a one time thing aligned to special occasions
  - “Recognition might be the most underused tool for influencing morale and productivity in the workplace”
- Describe what the person did that you appreciate and be specific
- Describe the impact for the thing you’re appreciating
- Don’t weaken praise with criticism
- Be intentional and learn their love languages: words of affirmation, quality time, acts of service, tangible gifts, and physical touch
Some creative ways to show appreciation
- Be hyperbolic and show some enthusiasm
- Vary your vocabulary: find multiple ways to thank others repeatedly while still sounding natural
- Get specific: add “for” at the end of your initial phrase of gratitude
- Make it public: in a meeting, group chat, Instagram story, etc.
- Share a list of your favorite things about them
- Write a handwritten letter
- Get deep
  - I cannot thank you enough.
  - Words cannot express how much you mean to me.
  - I am more grateful to you than you’ll ever know.
  - I’m eternally grateful.
  - I'll never forget your support and kindness.