Don’t Be Stingy with Your Words: How Small Compliments Can Heal Big Wounds”

 

Dear readers,

Tell me honestly—when was the last time you confessed something heartfelt? When was the last time you truly complimented someone? And no, I don’t just mean your partner or spouse. I mean the people you often take for granted—your parents, siblings, friends, mentors, or even that quiet colleague who always shows up for you in ways you never ask for.

We spend so much time waiting for others to make us feel seen, loved, and appreciated… but how often do we take the first step?

You see, kindness isn’t a grand gesture. It’s often a few simple words, spoken at the right moment, that can patch up invisible wounds. Sometimes, the words you say casually—“I’m proud of you,” “You mean a lot to me,” or even “I’m glad you exist”—become someone’s reason to hold on a little longer.

And I’m not talking about flattery or empty niceties. I’m talking about genuine, soul-level acknowledgment. Because life is short, unpredictable, and fragile. And people—you and I included—are fighting battles we don’t always talk about.

So next time you sit across from a friend, hug your parents, or text your sibling—don’t be stingy with your words. Say what your heart wants to say. Be generous with love, with gratitude, with gentleness.

The truth is, our words can either build bridges or walls. And if we choose the former, maybe—just maybe—the world becomes a little softer, and our hearts, a little lighter.

So go ahead…
Tell someone today, “You matter to me.”
You’ll be surprised how deeply that echoes back.

With warmth,
A friend who’s still learning to say it more often too. ❤️