ABSTRACT
Isn't it comforting to be approved of by others, particularly those who are close and important to us? When we talk about approval, we talk about it in terms of recognition, acceptance, praise, love and affection. Just ask your friends, your colleagues and anybody you know whether they like to be recognised, accepted, praised, loved or given affection. It would be hard to ®nd anyone who does not like any of these. Even animals such as dogs or cats enjoy a bit of love, attention and affection.
