I See You

I85 Rest Stop

Granville County, North Carolina

November 23, 2025

From Gary Burnison:

Regret and gratitude are two sides of the same coin.

On one side are all the words left unspoken. On the other are all the opportunities to say what needs to be said.

In every moment we have a choice.

The colleague who feels isolated and unrecognized … If only we knew.

The co-worker who is burdened by a loss, a diagnosis, a life-changing event … If only we knew.

That someone who hides suffering, yet somehow always has a cheerful smile … If only we knew.

Or even the person who’s just simply having a bad day … If only we knew.

And all those joyful milestones of weddings, births, anniversaries, and celebrations of special moments for people around us … If only we knew.

Instinctively, we probably do know.

For families, loved ones, and friends—from those celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday to those in the workplace and all who lead others—an attitude of gratitude starts with two small but extremely powerful words: thank you. Or, said in different ways, I believe in you. I see you. I value you. You matter; you make a difference.

Indeed, that’s why grace and gratitude are two of life’s most precious gifts.