Congratulations and WELL DONE!

Personal Triumphs are sometimes known to only a small group of people and yet they mean such a lot in terms of an individuals life.  Celebrating these occasions and what they mean in the lives of others is just incredibly important.  Having a genuine and sincere attitude towards someone else's success and achievements is easily a stumbling block, because it brings into question, selfish feelings and questions as to why someone else has been blessed, but you are left to your pit of sorrow.  But the attitude to show is one of real joy and genuine appreciation, for the accomplishment of others.  Each person will get their turn in life to be the subject of praise and accolades and yes there are those that seem to get more opportunities than others, but this should never mean that we are not sincere in our congratulations.  Life is of the nature that it turns and repeats itself, so the best thing to do is have the courage to believe that your turn will come. Something may not really interest you, or be the source of your enjoyment or passion, but the ability to identify the importance in some else's life makes a better person of us all.  Praise is a small gesture and yet it has major ramifications.  It brings joy and makes the recipient feel special.  It shows an interest in the lives of others instead of the more common selfish feelings.  It forms bonds and ties which help to secure and grow relationships.  It provides a sense of human camaraderie and care towards fellow human beings.  It implies a selfless act, asking for little in return, but it brings joy to our world where harsh realities are more common than simple acts of kindness.  Don't be a grumpy old man when it comes to saying well done and you will be surprised that when your turn next comes around, how attitudes towards you flourish and build you up.