Validation ~ "In psychology and human communication, validation is the reciprocated communication of respect which communicates that the other's opinions are acknowledged, respected, heard, and (regardless whether or not the listener actually agrees with the content), they are being treated with genuine respect as a legitimate expression of their feelings, rather than marginalized or dismissed."
We all need to receive and expresss validation and affirmations. It does help everyone to feel good and SMILE!!! :D
Go take a look about his poignant, thought provoking, and from the heart blog about depression. Please watch the whole video even though the beginning is a bit long...the ending is worth the wait. You must see the end!!!
"Validation" is a fable about the magic of free parking. Starring TJ Thyne & Vicki Davis. Writer/Director/Composer - Kurt Kuenne
What do you do to make strangers feel validated?
Describe a time that you felt validated by a stranger.
I've seen this one before. It's pretty good.
ReplyDeleteHave a terrific day. :)
That video was awesome. I really love people and care about them, but I haven't smiled much since Chris died. It makes me wonder what people think when they see me. Chris was an awesome son and I believe he would want me to smile. Thanks so much for sharing this video!
ReplyDeleteSandee, I'm, glad you enjoyed it.it would not play for me.
ReplyDeleteWanda's Wings,I am glad that C.C. did this posting.sounds like you and I both needed it.
Nice, Mike. Thanks for posting this. It was good for me as well.
ReplyDeleteThis is an excellent clip. Thanks for posting it.
ReplyDeleteSyd and Mari,C.C. get's the credit for this posting not me.
ReplyDeleteSandee, This one always makes me feel good.
ReplyDelete(((((((Wanda))))))) In time, you will smile like you want to...you've had a huge loss. Be kind and patient with yourself.
Syd and Mari,
I'm glad that you enjoyed this video.