When people think back on knowing you, what do you hope they remember most?

A natural way to answer

I'd like to be remembered as someone who made people feel valued. I'm not concerned with being seen as impressive; I'd much rather people recall that I listened well and treated them with genuine warmth. To me, that's the legacy that actually counts.

Key phrases to use

• showed up — was present and supportive when someone needed you“She showed up for me when no one else did.”
• let them down — to disappoint someone by failing to do what they expected“I'd hate to let my family down.”
• brought out the best in — made someone show their finest qualities“She brings out the best in everyone she meets.”
• gave them the benefit of the doubt — chose to believe someone's intentions were good despite uncertainty“I gave him the benefit of the doubt and I'm glad I did.”