What a gorgeous idea 😊 And, in the spirit of saying the positive thing - thanks for leading the way as a psychologist sharing your work here on Substack, you have helped inspire me to put myself out there too!
Such a brilliant and positive thing to do. We certainly don't do enough of this.
I guess its important to keep the awards relatively random to keep having an effect. I was reading an article the other day that was suggesting if an award became expected the impact can become counterproductive. ie people feel upset if they don't get it.
Their conclusion was that once was ok but if you do it twice in a row for something they do then you need to keep it going or they will feel unloved.
Yes, keeping them unexpected seems key. Perhaps the fact I have limited time to devote to it will keep it random and spread out so people don't come to expect them. :). Stay tuned!
What a gorgeous idea 😊 And, in the spirit of saying the positive thing - thanks for leading the way as a psychologist sharing your work here on Substack, you have helped inspire me to put myself out there too!
Thank you Vicki! It's a wonderful community and I am glad you are a part of it!
Such a brilliant and positive thing to do. We certainly don't do enough of this.
I guess its important to keep the awards relatively random to keep having an effect. I was reading an article the other day that was suggesting if an award became expected the impact can become counterproductive. ie people feel upset if they don't get it.
Their conclusion was that once was ok but if you do it twice in a row for something they do then you need to keep it going or they will feel unloved.
Very tricky to get that balance.
Yes, keeping them unexpected seems key. Perhaps the fact I have limited time to devote to it will keep it random and spread out so people don't come to expect them. :). Stay tuned!
Heartwarming idea! Do you design the certificates yourself? Your choice of words is spot on.
I use a Word template (I am not very artistic), but the wording and content is my doing. They are getting more creative and evolving with time!
This is so true. Small acts of kindness can make a BIG difference. Thanks for the restack Leon!