Be kind and have courage

Encouraging words are like a balm to our souls. We all crave it even though we many not admit it. Because deep down inside, we all have seeds of doubt that have been planted in us from past hurts. And when we hear words of affirmation it's like another seed is snuffed out and driven into the earth.

Criticism even if it is meant to be constructive can sometimes cause more harm than good. It takes those seeds of doubt and allows them to grow until a person is left with an insecure, fragile, spirit.

There is a delicate balance between honesty and negativity. It is important to maintain integrity, we do not want to build false hopes or generate hubris. But our negativity is a poison. We all have to try to do better.

So today, pick a person in your life and say something kind, anything! Words are powerful.