Need a little “pick me up”? Want to inspire others and help them feel a bit better. See our posts about featuring words of encouragement to help yourself and others feel batter.
We are drawn to people who smile. When someone looks sad, angry, or upset, we avoid them like the plague. When they smile, it allows us to let our guard down a little. As kids, we used a smile to gauge whether it was safe to approach our parents about going outside to play or … Read more
Words of encouragement can be personal feelings or quotes that motivate, inspire, and spread love. They are meant to give hope and courage to anyone and everyone. From the anxious and sad, to the lonely and scared… no matter what the situation. These words can resonate with a child going to their first day of school from an elderly person going … Read more
By design, going to jail is not a pleasurable experience at all. A person who commits a crime is arrested, locked behind iron bars and their simple liberties and freedoms are taken away for a specific time. No doubt being in jail can be a lonely experience and difficult for someone who is away from … Read more
Consoling someone who tells you, “My pet died and I can’t stop crying” isn’t easy. Their pet is like a person they share a close emotional bond with. The loss is devastating and not easy to explain to those who haven’t had the experience. First, let me say I’m truly sorry for your loss. I can only … Read more
Chances are, someone you know personally in your family, on your job, in your neighborhood, in church, or in a civic organization is suffering from depression. It may even be you who is depressed. Love and support from those closest to you or close to a depressed person you know can be the lifeline needed … Read more
When you become a grandparent, you’ve reached a special milestone in your life. Forming a bond with your grandchildren is something they will cherish for the rest of their lives. And of course, it’s something that will bring any grandparent joy. Having a granddaughter is especially sweet. After all, you now have yet another little … Read more
Divorce is challenging for both spouses to handle, regardless of who wanted out. It’s a traumatic event and a painful loss, no matter which way you look at it. Ongoing stress, heartache, and anxiety stemming from the end of a marriage eventually take their toll. This heartache can turn into grief, anxiety, hopelessness, and depression. … Read more
Do you often feel discouraged or overwhelmed by life? Like how everything seems to go wrong and you need words of encouragement to get by? When we were young, we were taught that life is fun and should be lived to the fullest, one that must be filled with happiness. But as we grow old, … Read more
Being physically ill or dealing with mental issues can be tough for anyone. When my old friend was sick, I would tell silly jokes and send her stupid memes. I would do whatever I could to distract her from the situation. She needed to know that a good laugh could go a long way, whether … Read more
There are few situations where a parent will feel more helpless than when their child is sick or ill. What can you say to parents in this horrible situation? What words of encouragement can help alleviate some of these parents’ worries? This article aims to provide you with some ideas on what to say to … Read more