self worth

Every day I talk with 16-20 people for somewhere between 30 minutes and 90 minutes. During that time virtually any topic you can think of is talked about. Not long ago I was having a conversation with a woman about personality problems she was having with someone that she worked with. She was completely frustrated, she seemingly had exhausted all avenues to deal with the situation and found no solution. I felt very fortunate as I listened to her story and then I said to her; I am so lucky not to have situations like that, firstly because I am self employed and work alone, except when my daughter is helping me. Secondly because if I have a personality conflict with a client that I keeps me from being effective I tell the client that I can't do them anymore and suggest some other places that might better meet their needs, so I only have clients that I like.

Her face softened as she looked at me almost puzzled and said "You like me?"

As I told her yes, her entire being changed, though I had never found her difficult, she was always guarded, coldish, sad, slightly un-trusting. With this revelation her cold exterior melted away. And I answered yes, I like you. I now really look forward to our time together. One moment in years of moments can change everything.

Why did she not think I liked her, and how simple was it to share Gods love by letting her know I valued her.

1Jo 4:12
No one has ever seen God. But if we love each other, God lives in us, and his love has been brought to full expression through us.