Putting Butter On The Bread

“Remember, man does not live by bread alone: sometimes he needs a little buttering up.”

– John C. Maxwell

(1947- ) Author

When was the last time someone told you that you were great, just because you were?  Allow me to be among those who openly appreciate and honor what you do.  It is true that I do not know each and every one of you.  It is also true that you really do not know me.  But the greater truth is that I know you desire to improve the lives of others (or you would not be reading this) and for that I am deeply grateful.

                Encouragement is a wonderful thing.  When we are encouraged we feel a sense of value and importance.  Encouragement often gives us that extra push up the hills of life.  Isn't it amazing the God tends to bring it to us just when we need it.

                The same is true for giving encouragement.  When you are positive and encourage others to be their best and live with excellence, you in fact encourage yourself.  It feels good to know that someone was made better by something you said or did.  This is the real reward of the coach, to know that others will have a better life because you took the time to help.

                Be a ready source of encouragement at all time.  This of course means that you need to develop and maintain a positive mental attitude.  A positive attitude is one of the strongest forces in the universe.  It attracts people to it and it dissolves negativity in its tracks.  You can face any challenge and improve any situation with a good positive attitude.

                Go out and encourage someone today.  Just a smile and a few kind words can do wonders in the world.  Be the source of light for those who are in a dark place and a helping hand to the one who is struggling up the mountain of achievement.

                You matter to the world.  You are here to make a difference and that difference is good.  Remember the qualities of a real success-minded person: Be your best.  Love God.  Have good manners. Discover the unknown.  Change the world.

John Patrick Hickey is an author, speaker, and Life Coach. To read more from John Patrick Hickey or to get his books, training and book him to speak to your church, business or group, visit our website at http://www.growthcenter.net or www.johnpatrickhickey.com.   © 2014 John Patrick Hickey