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Slower goodbyes help us feel what moments mean to us.

Move the goodbye up; don’t wait for the rushed last seconds.

Specific love lands best: “I love you because…” is better than a generic "love you"

Don’t assume people know they matter, tell them while there’s time.

My New Year’s resolution this year is to slow down with endings. To be more intentional about the last moments of coffee catch-ups, birthday parties, family visits, or even work Zooms. To go beyond bye and make space for appreciation and love.

It’s been harder than I anticipated. The reflexes of “nice to meet you,” “good catching up,” and “love you” are so ingrained that even when I feel more, sometimes much more, I settle for a wave.

People don’t always know how much they matter to us or to........

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