In fact, the word itself comes from a combination of the prefix "en" which means "to put into" and the Latin word "cor" which means heart. Knowing what a big difference encouragement makes in your own life, think about what you can you do to help others "to take heart" when the going gets tough.
-Become aware of what encourages you and do those same things for others.
-Learn individuals' "love language" or the special way in which they feel most valued.
In his book, The Five Languages of Love, Gary Chapman explains that not everyone's emotional needs are met in the same way and that it's important to learn to speak others' love language. The five love languages are:
1. Words of affirmation.
2. Spending quality time.
3. Receiving gifts.
4. Acts of service.
5. Physical touch.
-If an encouraging thought comes to mind, share it! It may not have the same effect if you wait. Don't let shyness hold you back. Instead, form a new habit:
Hebrews 3:13 "Encourage one another daily, as long as it is called today…"
You just might have the right words for somebody that they need today!
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