Gratitude is not a payment for a kindness but another form of gift. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Expressed gratitude encourages further giving; ingratitude drains vitality out of the spirit of generosity. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Authentic gratitude is much more rare and precious than expressions of gratitude which are often empty courtesies or simply tactical ploys to… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Discipline yourself to start each day identifying something to be grateful about. The world opens to those who approach it with a… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
At home, be grateful. At work, be appreciative. Gratitude is a gift we give ourselves. Appreciation is a gift we give to… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
For many of us gratitude to others comes with a sense of debt that can never be fully paid and therefore the… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Gratitude should be felt and experienced sincerely, expressed generously and received graciously. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Never do anything for another with the expectation of gratitude. The expectation itself turns the gift into an exchange and suggests a… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Our obligation to others and a gift to ourselves is to acknowledge and authentically express genuine appreciation for courtesies, caring and concern… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
I am grateful for all those people who said no. It is because of them that I did it myself. Practice an… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
When was the last time you wrote a thank you note? When was the last time you went beyond a mechanical "thank… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Gratitude is most treasured when it is unexpected. When we expect, even demand gratitude, we treat it simply as payment due for… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Gratitude is a feeling not statement. It is so easy to say we are grateful that I often don't stop to really,… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
One problem with gratitude is that it competes with the sense of pride, self-reliance and accomplishment we have. We want to think… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the many things we have to be thankful for, not so we feel guilty about… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
Our expectation of the gratitude of others for what we've done for them is sometimes exaggerated because of our deep desire for… — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
It is easier to be grateful for the things we have than to the people who have helped us get them. — Michael Josephson Copy Share Image
No one is born with good character; it's not a hereditary trait. And it isn't determined by a single noble act. Character is established… — Michael Josephson Copy Share
America is a song that sounds the best when we all sing together - at least for a while. — Michael Josephson Copy Share
Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new day. — Michael Josephson Copy Share
The difference between stepping stones and stumbling blocks is not in the event itself but how you think about it and what you do… — Michael Josephson Copy Share
Pretty isn't beauty. Pretty is how you look; Beauty is who you are. Pretty is in the face and body; Beauty is in the… — Michael Josephson Copy Share
Sportsmanship is the ethical and moral dimension of sports. It is demonstrated by a number of attributes and attitudes such as fair play, respect… — Michael Josephson Copy Share
The key to success is effort. The bigger the goal, the greater the effort. — Michael Josephson Copy Share
Take pride in how far you've come. Have faith in how far you can go. But don't forget to enjoy the journey. — Michael Josephson Copy Share
Leadership is not a matter of authority, it is a matter of influence. A true leader teaches others to understand more, motivates them to… — Michael Josephson Copy Share
People who don't believe in you are right only if you believe they are. — Michael Josephson Copy Share
There is within you, waiting to be called, a great source of power called courage. Call its name and it will give you the… — Michael Josephson Copy Share
No word makes me happier than the word "daddy" when it's directed to me. — Michael Josephson Copy Share
Ethics is not for wimps. It's not easy being a good person. That's why it's such a lofty goal and an admirable achievement — Michael Josephson Copy Share
