Gratitude in Non Violent Communication

The more we express and receive gratitude in a certain way, the more it reminds us of spirituality that non violent communication tries to support. The intent is to celebrate life, nothing else. We're not trying to reward the other person but let them know how our life has been enriched by what they did. Don't dehumanize people by complimenting them or praising them. If you want to read further about the danger of using praise and compliments,. read elfi con's book, punished by rewards - Violence is punishment. They both are means of control over people.