After yesterday's rant, today's writing prompt is: what do people thank me for?
Hmmmm......I find these types of questions difficult to answer as: a) I don't want to sound like I'm bragging b) I don't keep a tab of what people say to me.
So, let me think........................................................................................................
*****************************After 2 hours******************************************
People have thanked me for being kind. Not because I gave them something materialistic but because I gave them some of my time to listen to their problems and actively asking questions, especially this question: "Why?" If asked in the right tone (depending on the context), it's a great way to keep a conversation flowing and it shows to the speaker that you are interested. Needless to say, you have to truly listen and not fake it. It's really disrespectful, especially if you keep asking questions and urging them to talk on.
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