Do you remember the last attempt you made to make someone feel special on their birthday? In this rapidly changing and busy world, it’s easy to forget the moments that really matter. One of the most important days each of us have on our calendars are the days we were born. They mark two important things: another year older and when our journey in life started.
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Most of us overlook them and treat them like normal days. In doing so, we miss out on the reflection, growth and everything good about birthdays. In this article we are going to discuss why it matters for us to celebrate our birthdays with the people we truly care about.
Why Do Birthdays Matter?
A birthday is a powerful milestone that marks the day you were brought into this world. Many societies around the world celebrate them in different ways. They are majorly recognised as milestones of resilience, growth, maturity and progress. Most societies around the world attach specific life milestones to birthdays. For example in Uganda, the righteous age for adulthood and driving is 18 years. This makes many youths get excited on these days because each that passes symbolises a step closer to their achievements.
The Power Of Appreciation
A perfect birthday is not only all about cake, drinks or gifts because these are the mere basics. Friends and family can go ahead to express the Power Of Appreciation in this event. This can be done through small kind acts like sharing an important memory and how it benefited you. This can boost the person’s mood and mental health because it makes them feel appreciated and valued.
4 Ways To Show Genuine Appreciation
There are different ways in which we can express our expression towards our loved ones. For example;
- Through Personal Messages: You can express sincere expression by quoting a shared memory you cherish or craft a message stating qualities you admire from the other person.
- Gifts with meaning: Gifts are a constant on every birthday but gifts with meaning can make everlasting memories. For example, you know your friend likes Caps, choosing a customized cap for him has a higher chance of creating a stronger memory than maybe shoes. This is because he or she will know that you know what they want.
- Being Available: As we grow up, we all get busy. Some go for further studies, some get busy at work and other life things. You can show appreciation to a friend or loved one on their birthday by either giving that surprise phone call, or if possible a surprise visit.
- Public Recognition: If the birthday person is comfortable with sharing recognition online, you can post them on your WhatsApp status, Instagram or Facebook story.
Real Life Scenario
A Lady in Uganda confessed that on her birthday, instead of her husband gifting her these normal things that she has already or can buy for herself, he gave her a diary of where he wrote a quote of appreciation for everyday they spent together. She emphasized that this is the best gift she ever received and this was appreciation.
We should learn to go steps ahead and appreciate the people in our lives for the moments we have shared. This strengthens relationships and creates lasting memories.
What Happens If We Forget or Neglect
Since birthdays are important days, neglecting them can have some real life impacts.
When we forget to appreciate others on their birthdays, its a negative as they feel unseen and unloved. This can come about especially in scenarios where they are going through a hard time. A simple message or phone of appreciation can boost their mood and energy.
When we miss celebrating people’s birthdays knowingly, we risk our relationships as this act weakens relationships and bonds depending on the value the person attached to their birthday.
Conclusion
Appreciating someone on their birthday is a simple way to show them that you care about them and you are glad to have them in your life. Most of us celebrate the event yet in actual sense we are supposed to celebrate the person. For the birthday person, this is a moment to pause and reflect on how far we have come from and how far we are going. The next time someone you love has a birthday, don’t let it pass. Make it meaningful for them.
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