getting nominated for something you don't feel like you deserve?

[mostlysilent]

So what would you do if you got nominated for an award you don't think you really deserve? Just curious. I do some volunteer work and the organization nominated me for volunteer of the month but really I don't feel like I have been doing much lately and there are others who do like so much more than me. Like way way more. Makes me feel a little weird.

[Captain Colostomy]

Be gracious.

I hear you, though...the military has a habit of dropping medals on people...often without merit. I have several that were head scratchers. Griping about it only made it worse.

[Jackalope]

If you balance it out against all the times when you worked thanklessly, it probably works out in the end.

As the Captain said, be gracious.

[downbeatplumb]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9R7elhS5sng

[Crossless2.0]

If you're awarded and are expected to make short remarks, you could always turn the spotlight on your colleagues, praising their efforts and expressing gratitude for working with such people.

[Doubting Thomas]

But don't forget to first thank God, because with him all things are possible.

[freedomfromforum]

But don't forget to first thank God, because with him all things are possible.

I think I just threw up a little in my mouth.

[Angrboda]

Those awards are mostly for the benefit of morale and to give people a sense that their efforts are being recognized. While I understand your feelings, it's probably to the benefit of all concerned if you just grin and bear it.

[Walking Void]

Or, ya know, you could just flash everyone:





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[Minimalist]

"You call these baubles, well, it is with baubles that men are led.

- Napoleon Bonaparte