What We Appreciate Appreciates

I saw a statement on Instagram today that made me pause.

What we appreciate appreciates.

At first I thought it was a typo until I let it really sink in.

I looked up the definition of appreciate:

1a: to grasp the nature, worth, quality, or significance of

appreciate the difference between right and wrong

b: to value or admire highly

She appreciates our work.

c: to judge with heightened perception or understanding : be fully aware of

must see it to appreciate it

d: to recognize with gratitude

I appreciate your kindness.

2: to increase the value of

Your investment should appreciate over time.

When we appreciate (the first definitions) our loved ones, our relationships appreciate (the 2nd definition) over time.

What we appreciate appreciates.

Love it.

I hope you had a beautiful Thanksgiving with your family.

I am so thankful for YOU.