Why do you say thanks, to be polite or something more?

When someone holds a door for you, a simple “Thank you” seems appropriate. Trish often makes breakfast or dinner for both of us; I say “thanks,” but is that enough or does it become empty because I say it every time?

When someone goes out of their way for you, you are probably more specific about what prompted the thank you. “Thanks for picking up the mail for me” or “Thanks for the ride to the airport.”

What about those times that someone did something for which you were truly grateful. Intuitively, you say much more. “Thank you so much for watching Roli. I was really worried about putting him in the kennel.”

When you want someone to feel truly appreciated for something, make sure the person knows what it meant to you.