Praise has the power to uplift spirits, inspire growth, and strengthen connections. From heartfelt thanks to public recognition, a kind word can be the spark that keeps passion alive. Here are some timeless reminders of the beauty and impact of praise. ✨

Many managers ignore or underestimate the power of praise. ~ Roger Flax

Praise keeps productivity and quality high... We all appreciate recognition. ~ Priscilla Elfrey

Let us resolve... to practice the grace and virtue of praise. ~ Harriet Beecher Stowe

It is more difficult to praise rightly than to blame. ~ Thomas Fuller

If a man would reap praise, you must sow the seeds, gentle words and useful deeds. ~ Benjamin Franklin

He who praises everybody, praises nobody. ~ Samuel Johnson

Perhaps once in a hundred years a person may be ruined by excessive praise, but surely once every minute someone dies inside for lack of it. ~ Cecil G. Osborne

A refusal of praise is a desire to be praised twice. ~ François de La Rochefoucauld

We would rather be ruined by praise than saved by criticism. ~ Norman Vincent Peale

I praise loudly, I blame softly. ~ Catherine the Great

When I was praised I lost my time... ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Praise the children and they will blossom. ~ Irish Proverb

Always praise ’em before you hit ’em. ~ Roger Stone