People Will Forget What You Said, But Will Never Forget How You Made Them Feel

There are two people you will never forget:

The one who lost you when you were fully present

and

The one who found you when you were completely lost.

It got me thinking...

We all know that words have a certain power, but have you ever noticed that it's not always what people say that sticks with you? It's how they make you feel.

Think about it. Have you ever had a conversation with someone where you can't remember the exact words they said, but you remember feeling heard, understood, and valued?

Or on the other hand, have you ever had a conversation with someone where the words were technically correct, but the tone or delivery left you feeling hurt, angry, or frustrated?

Let's explore the first part of the phrase - "the one who lost you when you were fully present" - it suggests that there are people in our lives who have let us down or disappointed us, even when we were fully engaged and invested in the relationship. This can be particularly painful, as it can feel like a betrayal of the trust and vulnerability that we have shared with that person. Such an experience may linger in our memories, as it can be difficult to reconcile the feelings of hurt and disappointment with the positive memories of the relationship.

On the other hand, the second part of the phrase - "the one who found you when you were completely lost" - speaks to the transformative power of human connection. When we are going through a difficult time or feeling lost and alone, having someone there to support us and guide us through can be life-changing. This person may be a friend, a family member, a mentor, or a therapist - anyone who shows up for us and helps us find our way back to ourselves.

These two experiences - the loss of a relationship that we had invested in and the discovery of a new connection in a time of need - can have a profound impact on our lives. They can shape our understanding of ourselves, our relationships, and our place in the world. By remembering these experiences, we can learn from them and continue to grow and evolve as individuals.

Our words might be forgotten, but the way we make others feel will stick with them forever. So let's all strive to be a little more mindful of that, and to spread a little more love and positivity wherever we go.