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Appreciation Quote by Dale Carnegie

“You have it easily in your power to increase the sum total of this world's happiness now. How? By giving a few words of sincere appreciation to someone who is lonely or discouraged. Perhaps you will forget tomorrow the kind words you say today, but the recipient may cherish them over a life time.” quote by Dale Carnegie
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“You have it easily in your power to increase the sum total of this world's happiness now. How? By giving a few words of sincere appreciation to someone who is lonely or discouraged. Perhaps you will forget tomorrow the kind words you say today, but the recipient may cherish them over a life time.”

Dale Carnegie

About This Quote

Source Book: How to Win Friends and Influence People, 1936

Expressing sincere appreciation can instantly lift someone's spirits and create lasting positive impact.

In simple terms: Kind words boost happiness.

Key Takeaway

Offer genuine praise today.

Themes

compassion communication gratitude

Mood

warm encouraging

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • loneliness
  • workplace morale
  • team building
  • customer service
  • mental health

Key Concepts

psychology social influence empathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who could you thank right now?
  • How does gratitude change relationships?
A Different Perspective

If appreciation feels insincere, it may backfire.

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