Stop Saying “Sorry” And Say “Thank You” Instead
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Unless you’re Canadian, you’re not doing anyone any favors by saying “sorry” all the time. In fact, being overly apologetic can lead a person to start feeling guilty about being themselves. The power of words and self-conditioning with them is a capable thing, and the more you say sorry, the more you are likely to feel guilty when there’s no need for that. Of course, simple politeness goes a long way, but in this case, that’s not what we’re talking about.
New York-based artist Yao Xiao takes this a step further in her cute drawings, where she suggests that you should say thank you instead. The Internet is full of empty promises and terrible art, but this idea is worth paying attention to; see how being thankful instead of sorry plays out below.
Yao Xiao was born in China but now lives in New York. Many of her comics are autobiographical, and she describes herself as an “enthusiast for queer fashion, vintage cabaret, collecting odd objects, and absurd science fiction with a flair of whimsy.” The rest of Xiao’s work is quite different from the comics below, so be sure to check out her website, but for now, learn how to get that ‘sorry not sorry’ attitude.
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This is really positive and inspirational.
At Starbucks, we say "thanks for your patience guys" instead of "sorry about the wait guys."
Isn't that the common phrase ised in every professional environment anyway? I mean, never thought about it, but now that you mention it....
Except in Western countries and a few in Eastern bloc including Japan, the word 'Thanks' are not used even when the situation demands it since most of the people in certain other countries take whatever service or kindness offered as taken for granted. It all depends upon exposure to education, etiquette and civility.
The experience of buying your product?
Used, not ised. Uuuuggggghhh!
One, without the customer there is no Starbucks so we appreciate them. Two, Starbucks isn't selling the product, were selling the experience
But what if one's patience has worn thin.. then an apology is what's needed rather than the assumption that your tardiness is acceptable
I'd prefer the apology for the long wait. Like the customer had any choice but to wait. Also, we might be pissed off out of this world and someone saying "Thanks for your patience..." would just be the last straw. Sorry, no.
We're affected by our cultural conditioning so reminders like these are supportive and beneficial. I have lived in environments where people said "sorry" a lot and sometimes don't even know why they are saying it, so it can get you down. These cartoons are enlightening, entertaining and most importantly bringing to our conscious mind things that we might do unconsciously. Well done Yao Xiao and Dainius.
This is really positive and inspirational.
At Starbucks, we say "thanks for your patience guys" instead of "sorry about the wait guys."
Isn't that the common phrase ised in every professional environment anyway? I mean, never thought about it, but now that you mention it....
Except in Western countries and a few in Eastern bloc including Japan, the word 'Thanks' are not used even when the situation demands it since most of the people in certain other countries take whatever service or kindness offered as taken for granted. It all depends upon exposure to education, etiquette and civility.
The experience of buying your product?
Used, not ised. Uuuuggggghhh!
One, without the customer there is no Starbucks so we appreciate them. Two, Starbucks isn't selling the product, were selling the experience
But what if one's patience has worn thin.. then an apology is what's needed rather than the assumption that your tardiness is acceptable
I'd prefer the apology for the long wait. Like the customer had any choice but to wait. Also, we might be pissed off out of this world and someone saying "Thanks for your patience..." would just be the last straw. Sorry, no.
We're affected by our cultural conditioning so reminders like these are supportive and beneficial. I have lived in environments where people said "sorry" a lot and sometimes don't even know why they are saying it, so it can get you down. These cartoons are enlightening, entertaining and most importantly bringing to our conscious mind things that we might do unconsciously. Well done Yao Xiao and Dainius.