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We all adore people who have an attitude of gratitude. Being grateful for all the little things in life tends to make people attractive, especially in these days when it seems like everyone is struggling to just feel seen.
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Of course, some folks out there can’t stand to show too much gratitude. It almost feels like they’re trying to get you to beg for a “thanks,” doesn’t it? Well, there’s always a reason for the way people act. We might as well explain what’s going on.
Note, this was first featured on “Becoming A Writing Rockstar” on my Substack.
#1: They may not actually be grateful.
Let’s start off with the most obvious reason why someone might not thank you: they’re not actually thankful. For example, if something you do actually hurts their chances at completing a project at school, they might not thank you — even if you meant well.
The same can be said if one is expected to do something. They may not actually be grateful in the way that they’re blown away by you doing it, but they might acknowledge the act with a nod.
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