The quantity of communications has, in other words, certainly replaced quality in many cases.

There is very much still a place in the world, she says, for the handwritten thank-you note.

Even as a writer, however, I struggle with this key in of writing.

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Anything you’ve got the option to say, in my opinion, feels trite and empty.

Fortunately, Gottsman says theres no need to overthink things.

Your note doesnt need to be lengthy, either.

Two people’s legs touch under a table as they work on their laptops.

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Or, check that and mention how the favor or effort improved you situation.

Gottsman recommends thinking outside of the box when it comes to when you write a thank-you note.

You could, for example, send an unprovoked thank-you note to a mentor of yours, says Gottsman.

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Its worth noting that sending such a missive is not a wholly unselfish act, either.

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Michelle Monaghan, Carrie Coon, and Leslie Bibb in The White Lotus, symbolizing toxic friendships.

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