IMissAccountability t1_iu5z89u wrote on October 28, 2022 at 8:18 PM

Good advice OP! I wrote many of the things that make/have made me proud of my daughter in her last birthday (40th) card, including some examples and memorable moments. It was interesting watching her face as she read it. Smiles and tears. I sent her an email with a copy of the text and told her to read it when she's feeling discouraged about something. It was truly worthwhile. And a lifetime keepsake.

The_Blindside OP t1_iu61u6v wrote on October 28, 2022 at 8:36 PM

Absolutely beautiful! This is why I brought up my GF as my example, we were just chatting one day and I started listing off the things I was so proud of her for and she did start crying and just hugged me. I think deep down a lot of us just crave the approval of others(though it is not needed and shouldn't be relied upon) and it so nice to hear it.