Dawn
Years ago when I was in college one of my professors said a few words to me that changed my life and helped me get over my shyness and aspire for higher goals.
To be true I wasn’t just shy, I was also fearful of my teachers, I spoke very little and they must have though I was one of those dumb back benchers. A few days earlier we had had written an essay on the epic poem ‘Paradise Lost’ and I had submitted it without my name written on it.
My professor came to class picked up a paper and read the opening lines of my essay and I froze in fear. They usually read some dumb stuff people write and point out the flaws. Here she went through most of the essay in bits and pieces and asked who was the one who wrote it. Scared I stood up and owned up to my folly.
She simply uttered these words, ‘You cannot put a lamp under a bushel and hide it for ever, Let your light shine.” Those words helped me gain confidence and I went on to win accolades.
Just a few words of encouragement can change our lives. From them on it has become my habit to say something positive to everyone I meet. Even when people say negative things about me I try to find something positive to say about them.
It doesn’t hurt to encourage someone.. so go on and encourage someone today!!
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Question of
It doesn’t cost anything to say something good to others – right?
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Yes
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No
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Hurts my ego
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Question of
Do you like to be encouraged?
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Yes
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sometimes
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No
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All the time
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No, not at all
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You are right. We just need a few words. But today, there are few people who would do anything like your professor did.
Thank God for the few people who bring some cheer to the world. 🙂
Yes, critical people can forget to be grateful for others ..I am glad this person helped you
I am glad too, I am happy that I can pay it forward.
Stay positive in every situation and everything you do, never stop trying, have faith don’t stop due to failure
Absolutely, well said. I will add be kind , say positive things.
Start each day with a positive thought and a grateful heart
That is my philosophy too.
Positive is the only way to be. I know that words of understanding and encouragement can help others greatly,
Yes, encouraging words help us more than we give it credit for.
Your boldness shows here alright!! (lol)
I too love to spread positivity around me
Boldness? here? I am not sure if you are laughing at me, but I mean every word I said. That has been my experience.
I was giving you a compliment – never mind. Let’s move on.
Kindness can heal many sadden souls..
Oh it does LaJenna, it really can.
Great advice and reminds me of a church song from childhood.
I was just sharing my experience really.
Sometimes a nice word can mean a lot, dear Dawn … I’ve never had a problem with it … I’ve always been a lively and open person
You are dear Lado a kind person. I have no doubt about it.
A really nice story and I can see you’ve gone from strength to strength.
Thank you Linda, I have managed to get where I am.