{"id":974,"date":"2014-05-13T01:02:44","date_gmt":"2014-05-13T01:02:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/everydayinspiration\/?p=974"},"modified":"2014-05-13T01:03:57","modified_gmt":"2014-05-13T01:03:57","slug":"words-of-encouragement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/everydayinspiration\/2014\/05\/words-of-encouragement.html","title":{"rendered":"10 Words of Encouragement that Can Change a Life Forever"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"words<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cIf we’re going to bring out the best in people, we, too, need to sow seeds of encouragement.\u201d\u2015 Joel Osteen<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The right word said at the right time can inspire or encourage someone. The perfect words can provide hope or just give someone a boost when their energy is flagging. <\/p>\n

For all walks of life, here are a few words of encouragement for the person in your life who can use it. Maybe it\u2019s you.<\/p>\n

1. To make the first step toward change, you must begin<\/strong> – To paraphrase the Lao-tzu quote: the journey of a thousand miles starts with one step. To finish successfully, you have to get started. There is no time like the present.<\/p>\n

2. Let go of the bad and focus on the good<\/strong> – Positive energy and a positive attitude will get you a lot further. Let go of what you can\u2019t change<\/a> and, instead, look to what you can change. Choose to dwell on things that are going well.<\/p>\n

3. \u201cPeace comes from within; don\u2019t seek it without,\u201d Buddha<\/strong> – This wise quote makes great advice. Material possessions, external circumstances, other people\u2019s behavior–nothing will make you happy from the outside. Happiness starts with your own heart and soul.<\/p>\n

4. Without the struggle, there is no strength<\/strong> – You can\u2019t build strength without a little heavy lifting. Storms and tribulations will come; but you will out the other side stronger and better than ever.<\/p>\n

5. Wake up and chase your dreams<\/strong> – Nothing can hold you back! You are who you want to be and you can do whatever you want to do. Make the decision to take one step toward a goal of yours today.<\/p>\n

6. Don\u2019t lose a diamond while chasing glitter<\/strong> – The biggest, brightest opportunities of life sometimes pass us by while we\u2019re busy chasing temporary, less wonderful opportunities. The perfect job or perfect mate may take a little longer to get, but it will be well worth it.<\/p>\n

7. Sometimes, you just need to take a deep breath and remind yourself of who you are and where you\u2019re going<\/strong> – Perspective is everything. Let yourself have a break sometimes to remind yourself where you\u2019re at–and where you\u2019re still going.<\/p>\n

8. Be fearlessly authentic<\/strong> – Don\u2019t let anyone hold you back. Be yourself–unashamed, unafraid. There\u2019s something beautiful in a person who can be who they are boldly and purely.<\/p>\n

9. Happiness is the highest form of health<\/strong> – Add the prescription for happiness to your daily regimen. Whatever makes you happy, find a way to make it fit into your life.<\/p>\n

10. Your value doesn\u2019t decrease because someone else fails to see your worth<\/strong> – Your self-worth and value is defined by who you are as a person–your character traits, your wonderful personality, the things you are choosing to contribute to this world. It\u2019s not based on what someone else sees or doesn\u2019t see. <\/p>\n

Image Source:<\/strong> Google Images<\/p>\n

About Alex Blackwell<\/a><\/strong>
\nAlex Blackwell is a father, husband and writer<\/a>. He writes about inspiring things at The BridgeMaker<\/a>.
\nWeb<\/a> | Simple Paths to an Amazing Life<\/a> | Free eBook: How to Love Consciously<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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