You may feel much admiration today for those individuals in your personal and professional spheres whom you believe add real value to the world. Whether you are most appreciative of attitudes, achievements, or intelligence, your expressions of esteem will likely be sincere as well as public. As you acknowledge your favorite people--be they loved ones, colleagues, or peers--you may be more generous with your affection and praise than usual. Though your words may seem to have little impact on others, they can nonetheless touch the hearts of those who hear them. Your free articulation of recognition can inspire others and buttress their enthusiasm. Consider, today, that kind words cost nothing to give yet are often a gift beyond value.

When we freely express our admiration, we come to realize that there is much joy to be found in offering others the praise we feel they deserve. People thrive upon acknowledgment as it fuels their enthusiasm for the endeavors they have chosen to pursue. In giving recognition, we make others feel good while ensuring that they understand what their contributions to the world mean to the people around them. The generosity of feeling we exhibit can touch the hearts of those on the receiving end of our esteem, prompting them to strive to outperform themselves in the future. Our words of kindness not only motivate but also remind others that their life's work is precious. You'll feel wonderful today when you realize how much your praise means to the people who receive it.