Encouragement changes lives…
The Encouragement Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that relies on corporate and philanthropic sponsorship to promote and raise awareness of the value of encouragement in our society.
Encouragement projects are guided by the belief that to achieve the most good for the greatest number, the philosophy of encouragement through education and supportive funding avenues is required.
A simple pat on the back, a smile or an encouraging word is sometimes all that is needed.
Browse our website and we hope you find something that will encourage you.
“Everybody has the ability to offer encouragement to others and everybody can benefit from receiving encouragement.”John Shadforth, Founder of The Encouragement Foundation 2007.
We believe that stories touch and encourage.
How to Encourage
Encouraging someone is easy – it doesn’t take money or time and can be done by anyone, anywhere.
Remember what it felt like when someone said to you “Job well done!”or “Thank You” or “Fantastic Effort.” I am sure it encouraged you; in whatever it was that you were doing.
When a negative word is spoken to you such as “You’ll never be good at anything” I’m sure this didn’t encourage you at all! In fact the effects of the negative power of the spoken word in our personal lives can ripple far beyond us to affect everything and everybody.
Our words can destruct or construct, be positive or negative, so remember:
- Build people up and speak encouraging words. It not only affects them but your words will affect the people and the world around them.
- Choose words that will build self-esteem and confidence, build relationships and build possibilities.
- Choose to speak words of affirmation, encouragement, love, acceptance and appreciation.
- Just as negative words have a ripple effect so do positive words.
- Look for the positive aspect at all times.
Use wisdom when speaking to others; maybe take a moment to ask yourself “Is what I have to say going to encourage this person?” Be sensitive to the person whom you are directing your words to and choose your words carefully.