Wow. There’s probably no better writing reward than getting, out of the blue, a thoughtful, insightful note of appreciation for your work from someone you really like and respect. Having someone you think is brilliant really see what you’re after, note how it’s working, value it… an incredible complement.

I aspire to be the sender of such notes myself. To be an encouraging voice from afar for those doing deep work. The giving is as important as the giving. Gratitude passes onward.