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On the fourth day of Christmas,
(in)courage gave to me
Four memo boards
Three wooden trays
Two canvas prints
And a hurricane nativity!
Christmas was the first (in)RL—the original in real life.
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Phronsie says
I like to leave random notes in places. Makes it fun.
JHollyhock (aka Jennifer) says
Giving a smile to someone who wasn’t expecting it.
Mary says
Hand written notes…via snail mail!
Wendi says
A note inside a card. It seems as if a hand written note is not very common anymore. So sad.
Barbie says
I love to encourage someone through a handwritten note!
Crystal says
I love to send handmade cards with personal messages written inside them. Getting something personal in the mail is always great.
Melinda LaPlante says
I like to praise or encourage the kids in front of people – daddy, grandma and grandpa, etc. I have heard (Duggars, perhaps?) that praise is multiplied and means more when more people hear it.
Lisa @ Stop and Smell the Chocolates says
I like to encourage by sending a handwritten card or letter and sometimes include a gift card or some homemade goodies with it!
Suzanne Wasson says
I always try to encourage those that I feel need it the most … With an inspiring message … or a word of praise! … It’s the little things we do that really matter!
Wild Optimist says
I like to send e-mails or notes to friends to encourage them.
Stephanie Hanes says
I LOVE Dayspring cards for encouraging a friend. I’ve started mailing cards out as I think of or pray for someone who really needs encouragement. I know it brightens my day when I get mail like that so I love to think of their smile when they open it. 🙂
Jamie says
I agree with the above – notes and cards by email or snail mail are my favorite way to brighten someone’s day. When I can, though, I like to take food too – just a cupcake, muffin or something else I know the person likes as an unexpected treat on days we know are going to be long.
Southern Gal says
I love to send cards and letters as a way of encouragement.
Emily says
I, too, like the Dayspring line of cards for sending out an encouragement!
Brittnie (A Joy Renewed) says
Favorite way to encourage someone is to write a hand written note and stick it in the mail. Handwritten notes are hard to come by these days in our world of technology!
~VA~ says
I love sending people cards. I struggle verbally to tell people things, so it works really well for me to be able to write what I want to say and give it to someone.
Sally says
Store clerks often wear a name badge and I like to surprise them by actually using their name. Who doesn’t like to hear their own name? I love to see the looks of surprise on their faces! — it makes them know I took the time to learn something about them & that makes a person feel special… encouraged. ~Sally
Tammy says
Dayspring cards are a wonderful way to encourage! Everyone still LOVES to get a surprise in the mailbox . . . with a handwritten note of God Breathed encouragement inside!
Tristi says
I love to drop a note in the mail but I’m learning to speak the encouragement when it is on my mind. Too often, I forget to send the card but if I am thinking “That person did a really great job on that”, I need to tell them that right then and there while I’m thinking it. Still, there’s nothing quite like getting a card in the mail.
Meg says
notes and handmade gifts
Kathy says
Honestly, I have to say…….this world is so techy now that when I send an uplifting text or an “I am thinking of you”….”Good luck on your math test today”…..to my girls or close friends they love it.
It’s quick, easy, and gives them a lift!
Pam says
I love to send an old fashion card (Dayspring of course) sent via old fashion snail mail. I will sometimes even mail something to one of the dear ones in my own house.
Holly says
I love to send a handwritten note of encouragement.
katy says
Ah I love the memo boards–they’re so cute! And my favorite way to encourage someone is to give a gift with an encouraging note attached =)
ToniaBooker says
my favorite way to encourage someone is to pray for them and then tell them they were on my heart and I lifted them to the Father or send them a little text or note or card or a little gift…especially in the mail…no one gets mail anymore and it has become a little delight when you do.
Marijo Napier says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to give a hug! I always say I’m lap-dog friendly! lol But, I try to be sensitive to others because not everyone is a hugger or likes to be hugged. I use a word fitly spoken or send a card with a personal note attached.
Kirsten says
The most straight forward method. Verbally to their face with a big smile and positive tone of voice 🙂
Jennifer says
I like to send notes by mail, facebook, email, or mirrors. 😉
Jennifer C says
I love to encourage people secretly. Leave them a note or a card… This year for my 40th birthday I decided to leave small tokens to 40 people, and yes, I did it secretly. It is such a joy to watch someone’s face light up without them knowing it was you 🙂
Elizabeth J. says
Handmade cards, or even an email or text, just to say I’m praying for them.
Vicki says
Nothing beats the human touch. Hand on hand, arm around shoulder, or full-on embrace. Says more than any words could ever say. Says I’m for you, you’re not alone.
Robin says
Handwritten note
beth says
Asking someone, over a cup of coffee, how to pray for them & doing it.
Cindy R says
I love sending cards to people in the mail! Not by “email” but by actually going out and buying a card, writing in it, and sending it to them the old fashioned way like we used to!!!! 🙂
Christina Burrell says
I love sending handwritten cards in the mail and baking treats for unexpecting friends and family.
StacyBrick says
I think the best way to encourage someone is to just tell them. Often people don’t get verbal conformation or encouragment that they are doing a good job, or that their hair looks nice or that you appreciate what they are doing. A kind word can go a long way.
Christine Brosius says
Notes in lunch boxes, chocolate kisses in a little baggie left in pew seats at church
Peggy says
I like to write note to people.
Kristin Smith says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to send them cards!!
Leslie says
I love to mail cards to people. It is so nice to get a sweet note in the mail!
Kelly says
Send a quick note via the phone, email or even a handwritten one!
Heather @ Better With Veggies says
When I’m participating in a race, it’s fun to cheer on the other competitors – it’s a great distraction from my own pain and a way to help encourage someone else to keep pushing. 🙂
amy says
I love to encourage with books, especially Ann’s thousand gifts.
Caroline says
I love to send things my son has made to hep brighten someone’s day. A good listening ear and some conversation helps encourage others, too — quality time!
Thanks for this kind opportunity!
caroline says
it’s different for each person. it may be a handwritten note, a phone call, a text, a hug, baked goodies…or all the above!
mary kathryn says
A smile goes a long way and a handwritten note is great .
Chelle says
I love to encourage people! Right now, we are doing so by decorating a Christmas tree with prayer cards. We let the people know when they have been prayed for, and God is already answering prayers! I also enjoy sending cards and notes so people receive something other than flyers and bills in their mailbox.
Lauren K says
Crank up the radio and listen to a good song. Of course, my off-tune sing-a-olng only makes it more silly. A sure-fire way to get someone to crack up and laugh at the silliness of life!
Lynn Burgess says
I love to send hand written notes with a goody of some kind to let those I love know I’m thinking about them and praying for them. In fact, my uncle’s mom passed away a couple of weeks ago and when I asked my aunt what I could do to help him, she said, just send one of your fabulous cards. The people in my life get them when something good happens, when they need encouragement, or just because I’m thinking about them and want them to know.
Amanda says
Handwritten letters.
Jen @ Martymom's Musings says
I love to send someone a handwritten card with encouragement…not always when they express that life is hard…but I try to remember dates of a death or some other special or difficult day for them.
Having gone through pregnancy loss 3 times you learn how significant dates are and so i try to be there for others during those times.
Sharon says
I like to encourage someone with a hug, a note, and I especially like to bake for people.
Kari says
A kind, unexpected word of encouragement. Or a small gift with a note!
Robin @ Set Your Heart To Seek God says
I try to make sure I’m all ears when someone is sharing with me. No talking, just listening. I think we’ve all been on the receiving end of someone not really paying attention when we are talking, looking distracted or taking over the conversation themselves. And if someone is in need of prayer–we stop right there and pray so it’s not forgotten later. Just a couple key things I learned from my “Mentor Mom”! That woman is an amazing encourager!
Becky says
I love to drop off homemade cookies or other treats to the person who needs encouraging. Or if it’s my husband, leaving a surprise on his front seat for when he goes to work in the morning.
lori deevers says
with words, usually on paper but sometimes fb or text, those things can be used for the negative so many times I like to offer a little good on them
Janet says
A phone call and if prayer is needed I offer that too!
Em says
If it’s my kids or husband I will usually leave a post in a place I knnow they look everyday. If it’s a friend I will either send a text or mail a card.
Jennifer says
For family, I enjoy random notes in unexpected places! For other people, a note via snail mail!
Debra J says
I encourage by mailing cards with handwritten notes.
Susan says
WE do all the traditional cards notes letters etc…but my favorites are when I write letters in their notebooks ( and my husbands notepad for work) a dozen or so pages ahead so they discover it randomly ( hopefully when they need it later on) ..and I facebook hubby & the older kids and say “way to go”…”attaboy” “Look at you go!” all the time.
Rachel Lundy says
One of my favorite ways to encourage someone is to send them a card.
Becky says
I love to hang out talking to friends over a cup (or two or three!) of coffee!
Thia says
Keeping in touch, even if it’s just daily FB notes.
Kim says
I like the written word so I try and send a note and sometimes include something humorous if the situation is appropriate (laughter therapy : ) but I almost always include a bible verse. Although I know my reaching out to them can be helpful and appreciated, I don’t think I can say anything more beautifully written or more effective at meeting someone’s needs than God’s written word. Kim
Casey says
I send out notes to friends living far away, and hide notes of encouragement in middle places in my friends’ homes every few months. That way they find then over a long period of time, usually at just the right moment!
jennifer says
Actually, I have found a lot of the the entries on this blog very timely for encouraging my friends. I just shared one via Facebook about the Whatifs….
Tricia says
Cooking their favorite meal or treat.
Jennifer says
I as give compliments and words of encouragement to workers (call center, cashiers). I know little things like that help make the day brighter.
Shirley says
Be there with a shoulder to lean on, be someone they can confide in!
Meghan says
I like to cook and bake for people.
Margaret says
My favorite way to encourage is when I ‘m running with someone who is just starting out and reminding them that every step is an accomplishment over sitting on the couch.
ckcpurple says
To simply be there with a positive word or encouraging smile when it is most needed.
Shelly says
I love giving gifts to encourage. For my bday this year my girlfriends took me to dinner and I surprised them each with a few of my favorite things:a a handmade bookmark to share my love of reading, a journal to share my love of writing, a scripture to share my love of God’s word and a piece of chocolate to share my obsession of chocolate 🙂
Vivian says
I always include quotes , sayings & scripture verses inside cards I send “snail mail”
So many of us have given up hand written cards,letters & notes ,that is sad ,it sure brightens my day to get a letter or note
Melody Ann says
Giving them something unexpected…like a meal, a call, a prayer…reminding them they haven’t been forgotten!
Story Lady says
Find that one person that was crying during church or off by themselves and hugging them! Letting them know how joy fiiled I am to see them! Inviting them for coffee or lunch no matter what is on my schedule, Somehow allowing the Lord to use me to show His love in any tangible way speaks encourager and I long to be this daily.
tiffany day says
By hugging them and telling them how much i appreciate them and all they do!
thanks for this!!
xoTiffany
Gina says
Honestly, the best way for me to encourage someone is to send a handwritten note in the mail. With everyone texting and emailing, a handwritten note seems extraordinary and special.
Nicole Pierce says
Every person is different. I listen to whatever is going on in their life and respond accordingly. Messy house-do the dishes, miss their husband- babysit for date night, no time or money for dinner- make a meal and drop off, feeling far from God- books or devos that I think will help. Just listen, people will tell you what they need for encouragement.
Patty Coleman says
I let them know that I love them and God loves them, and that they are worth it.
Maureen Gustafson says
Sidewalk chalk their sidewalk or driveway with a message or encouraging words… works great for a birthday surprise!
Tereaa says
I ordered the Hurricane Nativity, it is beautiful. The Christmas cards are quality card stock, love the verses inside.
Patricia says
send lots of encouraging links ~ music ~ also get together with a special friend and do a bookstudy together
Dorothy says
I just pick up the phone and call them, nothing tells you that you are more important than someone who takes time out of their busy life to call you.
Pam says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to write them a letter and send a card. I’ve also put together CD’s with songs that I have found to be most encouraging and give those to the person.
Stephanie says
I love to encourage someone with a card and gift from a Christian bookstore.
wendy says
I love to send a quick email letting someone know that I’m thinking of them and hope that they have a wonderful day…
Nicole @Team Pipkin says
I send them a card & maybe tag of their facebook wall with how special they are.
nicolepipkin{AT}gmai{DOT}com
JoAn says
A phone call saying, “I have been thinking about you.”
Linda says
I use dayspring cards to brighten days for fellow church members who need encouragement. And who doesn’t need unsolicited encouragement?!
Miranda says
Bring them food and a card.
Miranda says
I like to bring them a meal/sweets.
Danielle says
A sweet and simple way I like to encourage others is with handwritten letters.
Rachel says
My kids and I love to drive by sidewalk chalk out loved ones. We drive by when they aren’t home and write love notes on their driveway.
Monica says
I like to leave notes on the mirror for my daughter and hubs.
Cynthia says
My favourite way to encourage someone is to send them a thinking-of-you card in the mail. Who doesn’t love some unexpected snail mail?
Teresa says
I like to call on the phone sit down for tea or coffee and encouraging chatter.
Chelsey says
Love notes sent through the mail!!
Lydia says
My favorite way to encourage someone is through a card sent via “snail mail.”
Alexandra says
With so many of my people living far away, I love being able to send messages on Facebook… it gets there right on time 🙂
Kristine says
I love to bake them something and go visit them in person. And of course, a hug…
jennybc says
I like to leave handwritten notes to someone calling out their good qualities or something small that they did that meant a lot to me. The small things go unnoticed and many times mean a lot, make a day easier or lift my spirit. If I know they like something a sweet, a coffee, a writing pen, I try to leave it with the note.
Simone says
I like sending surprise letters and notes in lunch boxes, through regular mail and email. Just letting someone know that they are being thought of and prayed for is encouraging.
Hannah says
I like to go out to coffee, sit down, and pray together. Also, send “thinking of you” cards to someone who may need it.
jennifer anderson says
A gentle touch on the shoulder. A smile. A simple word of thanks. Most importantly, acknowleding…
Ari says
My favorite way (although not very often due to my four sweet young babes) is to frame a verse with some pretty scrapbook paper for a friend. I usually have the materials on hand and its an inexpensive but very special way to let a friend know that I am praying, and making the effort to endure with them.
Cid says
I try to encourage with a smile… to everyone I meet! You never know when someone might really be needing it. ツ
Jenn says
Depending on how close I am to the person . I will go For coffee with them. Or send them a letter/card….
Whatever I would want I try to give….
Dianne - Bunny Trails says
Random post-its, notes on the bathroom mirror or in the shower written with dry erase markers, tiny little cards with words of encouragement.
Michele Howe says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to “catch” them doing their job well and compliment them on it…works anytime, anyplace…if you’re really looking. 🙂
Becky M says
I am a note writer – my Mom often said I should have moved away from home because I love to write notes and letters. 🙂
Missy says
A card always brightens up anyone’s day!
Lana says
I love to handmake cards and write words of encouragement. It gives me a lift along with the person I am making the card for!
Monica says
I try to be encouraging in person. I also try to send cards and notes to cheer others and encourage them when they need it as well.
Melissa McKenna says
Handwritten notes, text messages or sometimes a small homemade treat…everyone needs a little encouragement sometimes.
Cari says
My favorite way to encourage my family is to use a dry erase marker on the bathroom mirror and leave them a bright message to begin their day with. Usually I include a scripture verse that struck me during my morning bible reading and apply to them. Another is to be sure everyone gets a hug – we need 15 hugs a day to thrive. XO
Denise Y says
I love to text a person….”just because”…..”thinking of you”….praying for you……
when they least expect it!
Colleen G. says
I love to make personal devotional books. The cover is a poem with picture of who is recieving it. Inside the homemade book are some of my favorite devotionals (printed from computer), colored pictures from my kids and a personal note from me.
-Colleen G.
annette says
with an unexpected gift 🙂
Kristin B says
My favorite way to encourage someone with an unexpected act of service. Weather that is offering my help to them, emailing or calling them to let them know they are on my mind or an unexpected gift.
Tanya says
I used to stick random notes in my sons school books so he would find during class at some point in the day. Now he is off to college so I mail funny little cards or send unexpected texts.
Chantelle Craig says
With my kids I leave them notes in their lunches, or on their pillows. I usually include a scripture if it is something they need wisdom for.
Jen says
Sending unexpected cards.
Lisa says
I like to encourage someone by either texting or calling them and telling them I’m praying and/or thinking of them!
Linda says
A little note send via “real mail!”
Angie in Guernsey says
I love dropping round to see someone, or inviting them out for coffee!
Niki Blake says
I love dropping a sweet card in the mail, since it is rare these days to get written communication……just to tell them how special they are. 🙂
CT says
i like to send real handwritten cards or notes in the mail, even to people who are very close by and i see regularly.
DIANE says
I like to go over and listen to Joyce Meyers on TV, for daily inspiration.
Abby says
I just love handwritten notes in the mail. They are so rare nowadays. So i send them out as often as I can. 🙂
Barb Wall says
To me there is nothing better than a written note!!!! Thanks and blessings, Barb
jamie says
i love uplifting people and making them feel fabulous about themselves. i mostly do it verbally, but have also been known to Facebook someone.
Jennifer D. says
I love sending old fashioned snail mail. I love getting it and sending it to encourage others. If I don’t have the time that day but still want to encourage someone I do sometimes put a quick note on Facebook or send a quick text!!!
Elizabeth says
Fresh and warm baked goods along with a listening ear!
julie says
Love to write bible verses to learn….more visible
Dionna says
Oh – oh – oh ! I’ve been wanting one of these memo boards for a couple years now! Would be great in my kitchen!
I love to encourage others. It’s hard to pin it down to just one way. But hugs are a great encourager or rubbing someone’s back or arm. A lot of times people try to say “something” but we can’t always understand what someone else is going through. A hug or a rub says a lot – it says “I’m here. I care.”
Greta says
Smiles can be so encouraging. I like to give them out to strangers, especially the seemingly grumpy ones! : ) And I like to give them to my family, while making true eye contact. An “I love you” straight from my soul to theirs!
Natasha says
I like to encourage someone with good conversation, a note, a smile or a meal!!!!
Karen says
I like to encourage someone by sending them a card, or a handwritten letter, email or phone call.
Michelle Franklin says
I like to forward posts from this site and other blogs that I have found encouraging myself. If I know of a specific situation that someone is dealing with I pass on an uplifting message that I have come across, or a verse that I have read that brought their name to mind.
Lacey C. says
One of my favorite ways to encourage is to find a humorous or non-sappy way to deliver deep loving thoughts.
Deb says
Delivering a meal or watching kiddos just because.
Becki says
Words– written on paper or typed in a text– are how I encourage others. Now that she can read, I especially like to leave notes written in dry erase marker on my youngest daughter’s bathroom mirror! =]
Marianne says
I love to encourage people with a card but have branched out to blogging as well!
Tammy says
Feeding them a meal, whether at their house or mine. It is so wonderful to share conversation over food, and I know first hand that it’s a blessing when you don’t have to worry about what to cook for that night.
Paula says
I like to encourage people by writing devotions. Depending on the situation though, I may make them a meal and attach a note of encouragment. Thanks (in)courage for your daily (in)couragement!
Desiree says
Listen to them. Really, truly hear them.
Heather says
Be there for them, even when it is inconvenient for me.
Danielle says
I love sending a care of an email telling a friend or family member how much of a difference they’ve made in my life!
Robin in New Jersey says
I take photos of flowers, print them out, make them into cards and use them to send notes to people. People love to open the mailbox and find a handwritten note.
Anna D. says
My favorite is by singing for someone. Otherwise letting them know I’m praying for therm.
Mary B says
I really love sending letters of encouragement or just thinking of you. Its also fun to drop off a latte or sweet treats to a friend whose been home with sick kids for a while!
Kathy Heyerly says
I like to use kind words and touch to encourage people.
Laura Winger says
I like to call, text, leave Facebook posts, or send emails. In cases where it’s been strongly laid on my heart, I’ll buy a card and give it to the person with my encouraging thoughts in it.
Renata says
I love to encourage them through my words. Occasionally I’ll write a note, but generally they appreciate if I say it 🙂
Wings says
I like to call, text, leave Facebook posts, or send emails. In cases where it’s been strongly laid on my heart, I’ll buy a card and give it to the person with my encouraging thoughts in it.
Can you please delete my previous comment?? I didn’t realize my whole name was going to show up in the comment.
Resa says
I like to encourage with an unexpected small gift or remembrance often left or sent anonymously
Erin @ Sew Abundantly says
Text messages with Bible Verses (or a real note / card in the mail)
marjie says
really listen & hear their heart, their struggles – definitely praying for them & about their concerns -then watching God work – whether He uses me or someone else – it’s so encouraging to see them be blessed! very thankful for a timely word if the opportunity arises. just knowing God is answering prayer & things are happening -it’s a joy to watch!
Tiffany says
I love to write cards to encourage others!
Brenda Torres says
I love to encourage someone by pointing out a positive character trait (Fruit of the Spirit) that I see in them in moments when they least expect it. We all need to hear this.
Kelly says
A card in the mail…short, long, simple, elaborate is timeless and always appreciated. I try to send one every week.
Sharon O says
I try to encourage others whenever I can for example today we were at a store, a customer before us was rude and demanding and it tested my patience. The clerk was quiet, nice and unwavering. After the customer left and it was my turn I told her,”You did a great job in that last situation”. She thanked me and almost gave a sigh of relief. I think we all can encourage daily the key is to open our eyes to the ‘scenes around us’ and learn to see what is taking place.
Keena says
I like to just smile. Especially when other people look like they could use one!
MCH says
Hmmm encouragement… I love it. And the ways are endless. I love sending people cards and really tell them why I think they are so special, in detail. I love sending people flowers. I love to show up at someones doorstep with a meal and chocolate…. oh you can always encourage with chocolate anything! Or instead of just a gift for someone’s birthday, I like making little cards (as many as their birthday) and on each card I write a quality about them.
Penny says
Words of encouragement–either spoken or written by hand, email, or text–like “You can do it!” & “Pray about it!”
lisa says
Texts are my choice followed by facebook
Cyndi says
Baking. I love to bake goodies and send them or drop them off with a note just to let people know they are being thought of, no special reason other then they are special.
Abigail Stewart says
A card in the mail is my fave way of sending someone that extra bit of encouragement 🙂
Angela says
Cards, texts, notes, email, just about anything and everything is my fav way to give encouragement!
Sarah says
With a smile and hug!
Lesley says
I love getting hand written cards in the mail. So I try to send them to my friends and fam as well. Just to say hey and let them know they’ve been on my mind. A smile and hug is always nice too!!
Karen says
One of my favorite ways to encourage someone is to really listen to her as she shares.
Mandy says
my favorite ways to encourage someone is by calling them and praying for them or sending them Bible verses via text, email, facebook… love it!
Erica says
Since I found this site, I am definitely encouraged each day and love to read posts from each of the writers. It really is (in)couraging!! Thank you. Sometimes when others need encouraging, they are looking for someone that can relate. At these times, just a little “I can understand where you’re coming from ” and listening to them is the best encouragement.
Sarah S. says
I like sending a friend a handwritten note in the mail. We do so much texting and emailing, it’s nice sending something that takes a little more thought and effort.
Angie says
I make mix music CDs for them, send a verse or a daysprung ecard 🙂
Angie says
I make mix music CDs , send them a verse or a dayspring card 🙂
Sturgmom says
My favorite way to encourage others is via handwritten notes. Notes are kind of a lost art, and taking the time to write someone really shows that you were intentional in connecting with them.
Becky J. says
I love to leave small unexpected gifts with words of love and the all-powerful Word of God in there as well 🙂
Danielle M. says
I like to write notes to encourage others. There is something about the power of the written word…
o-girl says
a hand-written note pointing out the positives. You can’t go wrong with a hand-written note.
melissa c says
I like to send a note with a ‘hug’ and teabag included~ encouraging my friend to sit awhile and know she is loved.
Charli Sinnaeve says
I think one of the ways I encourage people at our church is just to be real – authentic when I’m up front leading worship.
Josanna says
A quick, little note in an obscure place waiting until the perfect time to be found…
Val says
Notes or emails or hugs. 🙂
Laura says
Cards sent by mail – I love getting cards when I go to the mailbox, so I figure my friends do too:)!
Nicky McCleery says
When I was a teenager I worked in two different card shops, plus I’m kinda old-fashioned, so my favorite way is still to send a card in the mail. There are such cute and fun ones out there still!
Shannon says
I recently joined the monthly card club through Dayspring so my new favorite way to encourage someone is to send them a meaningful card. I pick out just the right one from my new stash. 🙂
Melissa V. says
By praying for them and sending them an email or text of the prayer that I prayed for them – “Praying that you are a creative and fun mommy today.” is one of my favorites.
Erika says
To remember my favorite quote, “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” (Plato) I put myself in their shoes.
maria says
I love to encourage others using scriptures quotes…they seem to go deeper than anything I could say though just listening sometimes helps a lot!!
Courtney F. says
I love leaving little handwritten notes or sending inspirational messages/pictures/scripture on friend’s Facebook pages. I also love sending e-cards!
Kathy Bishop says
I love to find an encouraging youtube video of my favorite music. Send it in an email or post it in a message or on a FB wall. Recently had a friend walking through her husband’s cancer and death. Sent her a video early every morning. Music, so often, can say what we can’t.
Denese B. says
I like to personalize a scripture with the recipient’s name, my favorite thing is to either frame it in an acrylic magnet frame or 4×6 glass clip frame. I love to scrapbook so I use pretty papers and embellishments. Encouraging, fun and pretty : )
Jen A. says
Acts of service – I love to do a little something for someone I love. Fold some laundry for a friend. Run an errand for my husband, do something unexpected for the kids. 🙂
Dona F. says
I use a smile and kind words to encourage those that need it.
Heidi says
Handwritten notes, they can be re-read whenever the person needs a lift.
Jan says
A handwritten, heart-felt prayer makes the receiver feel special!
Heather Conrad says
My favorite way to encourage someone is ANY way, which means simply to follow through with the thought. At times it’s a text message, an email, a voicemail, a card, or more importantly, face-to-face.
Wanda says
I love to bless with encouragement ‘in person’…it blesses the receiver’s heart and mine, but most often I leave notes in my children’s lunch, on their pillows, on the bathroom mirror for my husband. I love to pick up something my kids have asked for and leave it for them to find somewhere rather than handing it to them. I don’t remember receiving notes as a child but I sure love seeing what it does for my children and their hugs are an added bonus!
claygirlsings says
My new favorite way to encourage someone is to text them a verse that I think will strengthen or give peace.
Bina says
I enjoy doing something I know THEY think is special…maybe it is a book, or a little bag of chocolate goodness, or even just a little note that makes them smile…but taking the time to do something personally tailored to the person’s likes can mean the world. 🙂
Ronda says
My love language is providing good food. I live/work overseas and my husband is in management. I love to host a dinner, provide a good snack, or treat our staff to something familiar from “home” (the States). Sometimes that means I have to special order something from the states but to see the smiles and to hear the excited cheers, or sometimes see the tears of joy, make it all worth it.
Jenn @ Beautiful Calling says
I love anonymous cards sent to encourage with a scripture or a compliment.
Sherri Ireson says
I like to send handmade cards to anyone who needs a lift.
Lindsey van Niekerk says
So many fun ways…..
A heartfelt birthday blessing on their Facebook wall
A one-on-one lunch so they feel truly special
A well-timed hug
A Valentine’s surprise when you are single in college
oh…so much fun!!
Jen Guarino says
I love to make and send handmade cards.
Beth Bush says
A card, a hug or a phone call. : )
Kristi says
I love to encourage by stopping what I’m doing and listening with my eyes…my heart…my all. Not just hearing with my ears.
Leigh says
I find that encouragement is most easily lent by simply asking if I may be of help whenever I see that someone looks as if they’re feeling alone or tired. No one, from friends to complete strangers, has ever turned me down. And the genuine smile I receive in return is all the encouragement I need.
Kathy says
MY FAVE WAY TO ENCOURAGE SOMEONE IS TO SEND A CARD THROUGH THE MAIL … PRETTY MUCH EVERYONE LOVES SNAIL MAIL AND IT’S UNEXPECTED. =)
KATHY K
Carol says
I love to share special stories with my little boy!
Kayse says
I love sending notes through snail mail, with a verse card decorated in a pretty way. Everyone loves getting mail! 🙂
Jennifer says
I like to write notes to thers for encouragement.
Lisa says
I’m learning the best way to encourage another person is to listen and watch for their love language and then respond in a personal away. For my daughter, Leah, it is about listening and responding with equal joy. For Abby, it is a time to cuddle. For Katie, it is about playing with her hair. For Luke, it is all about acknowledge is little manhood. And for my husband, it is giving him a portion of myself, by not letting life use me all up.
Christyn@StrivingforSimple.com says
A simple compliment,
not on something physical or material,
but something they’ve accomplished or something I like about them.
vivienne says
Mostly I send emails – sometimes I forward “funnies”, sometimes I link to an inspiring blog post, and sometimes it’s just my own heart-thoughts! For my kids, I encourage them with words, hugs, “thumbs up”, and unexpected humour.
sharon says
I like to leave a glass jar on their porch with flowers from my garden and a little note with an encouraging scripture verse.
Lady Dorothy says
I usually try to send a card or note. It always brightens my day to receive a personal piece of mail.
anna says
cards! i love to mail cards =)
Rachel says
I love to send a note to someone, in the mail. It’s a perfect thing to do unexpected and it always seems to brighten a day.
Rebecca says
I like to encourage someone through trying to think of something specific that they did well and encourage them to keep up the great work, especially if it’s a gift of theirs (i.e.hospitality).
Diana says
I make it a point to introduce myself to someone I don’t know – especially at a party – and have a conversation – it’s hard when you don’t know anyone.
Diana says
When I’m at a party, I make it a point to introduce myself to someone I don’t know – and get to know them – it’s hard when you don’t know anyone.
Mary Kay says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to surprise them when most needed with a Bible verse (that offers guidance/encouragement with whatever struggle they’re engaging) and a token that will help anchor the promise God offers in their mind–perhaps a bookmark, photo, flower, homemade gift that whenever they look at it they will be reminded: God heard my need and answered. LOVE when that happens.
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Beth says
Writing a note in a card or an ecard encouraging someone to remember Whose they are.
Heather Turner says
I like to encourage others by telling them I’m going to pray for them and then actually doing it!
Vanessa Rae says
I love sending a card! Nothing like good ole snail mail.
Aimee says
I like to just talk to someone and encourage them, or send a note to tell them what a great person they are.
Pam says
I like to encourage by sending cards. We live in a fast paced world where email, texting, twittering, etc. are fast, but I still enjoy choosing a pretty card and sending it to someone.
Paige says
I love dropping a note in snail mail to someone when they aren’t expecting it!
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Amy says
I love encouraging others with an email or handwritten note!
Jules says
Sometimes the best way to encourage someone is just to be with them, which is my favorite, but I always try to say positive things… that helps me….
Jamie says
I love to write cards to people.
And I would love to have one of these memo boards!!
Denise says
I love encouraging my family with notes on mirrors. Dry Erase markers work great for doing this, easy to wipe clean, lots of colors to chose from and they never miss them if they are on the bathroom mirror.
Lindsay Harris says
I also love writing notes/cards to others, perhaps occasionally including a small gift (something that I saw that reminded me of them or something small that I know they really like).
Lynn says
I like sending e-mails full of encouraging words for that particular person. I live far away from many family and friends and e-mail is the best way for me to communicate with them. I also like to send cards or letters when I know someone is returning to the States and can mail them for me.
Candace says
I usually try to encourage people with prayer, emails or sweet cards in the mail. Those are all things that encourage me, so I pray they are an encouragement to others as well.
Sarah says
I love just calling a friend out of the blue and unexpected. I also love sticking notes in my kids’ lunch boxes, just like my mom did when I was little!
Joanna Warren says
A simple note or a small home-made treat.
Sarah Comley Caldwell says
I love to have a good heart-to-heart talk, pray with them, and give them a big hug! (And also write them a note 🙂
Chrissy @ real {grace filled} life says
Hand written notes… these are so rare these days, and so special.
Robin says
Send a note in a card full of comforting Truths.
lauren says
I try to make my Facebook posts encouraging. For a particular individual, a note or an email.
Roxie says
I encourage others by either sending a note(mail, fb or email) or cooking something special.
Leigh says
I find it hard to remember to reach out to people, and this sounds cheesy or like a cop-out – but I send little texts throughout the day – just as the Lord brings someone to mind… I send a text right away, so I don’t put off reaching out in some way “when I remember it”…
Robin says
I love to post an encouraging note on someone’s facebook wall if it isn’t too private . . . it seems to be contagious and sparks other people to encourage as well.
Laura Lane says
hugs and prayer
Nicole says
My favorite way to encourage someone is sending them a hand-written note in snail-mail!
Natasha Parker says
I like to encourage someone by sending text messages, emails, or a card with a hand written note, but my most favorite way to encourage is by praying for them and reminding them that our lives are in God’s hands.
Amy Hunt says
Adding a little extra something about them personally when I wish them happy birthday in social media–taking the time for meaningful.
Tiffani says
Sending a card in the mail and baking treats!
Kris says
Because we live overseas I use E-cards to encourage folks.
Jamie (@va_grown) says
Love to leave them a little handwritten note or add a handmade tag to a simple candy or treat.
Kim H in GA says
handmade cards or e-cards when in time crunch…
rjb says
notes or cards, for sure….or a long-overdue phone call 🙂
Ben says
one of my favorite ways to encourage is to send random texts containing truths from Scripture.
Marla Y says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to send them an “I’m thinking of You” card and include a Scripture just for them.
tinuviel says
Smiles, words (text, email, note, voicemail), and prayers.
Kim Mora says
I love to tell people I’m thinking of them today….you never know what a person is going through…
Jennifer says
Handwritten notes or notes left in different spots.
Dottie says
I’m old-fashioned – like a lot of others here. I just love to send handwritten notes.
Linda says
I like to say thank you like I mean it not like a cliche.
C.C. @ I'm On My Way ~ my journey as a Christ follower, wife, mamma, and fibromyalgia fighter says
I love to give (or send) a card with a little goodie inside to encourage friends or family who need it.
Amy Pitman says
I love to encourage someone by meeting a need they may have at that moment. I have found that if you meet a need, people feel more hopeful.
Sara says
I love to encourage people, but I think my favorite way is to send someone a thoughtful card….whether it’s a verse of encouragement or something funny to make them smile!
Cynde says
I like to write notes to encourage people – either by hand, email, or even a quick text.
Deanna says
Mailing a card and/or making their favorite treat for them.
Steadfast and Faithful says
find a frown in the crowd and put their arm around them after the sermon and tell them I love them.
Jeri Taira says
My absolute favorite way is to encourage others to find the simple joys and discover God’s small wonders in the everyday. I have to encourage myself to do it too.
deanna says
To encourage others, I like to send a (real) card, ecard, text, or email! =)
The power of words is amazing!
Suanna says
Tell them they are appreciated.
Anitra says
A quick facebook post is my method of choice these days.
emily says
Give them something they love…certain kind of book, favorite candy, phone call, whatever speaks to their heart and love language!
Heidi says
Love sending handmade cards (admittedly they’re not made by me) – I often get thanked for the cards I send. Such a blessing!:)
Andrea Pelegrin says
I like leaving notes around for my husband or kids to find in time – it’s fun to see their faces after they do. 🙂
jerikay says
by writing them a sweet note and sending it through the mail!
Monique says
My favorite way to encourage someone is through unexpected words of affirmation. I like to text a quick “You’re a blessing” or “You’re such a treasure” to the people I love. I also pick up on little hints that someone is discouraged. Then I just speak words of life as the Spirit leads. I really want to grow much more in learning how to encourage. My love language is words of affirmation so that’s my natural way of encouraging others. 🙂
Wendy says
I love using words, whether written or spoken.
Andi says
Random notes or just words of encouragement.
Melissa says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to drop them an email or text. I often text my husband a prayer that I have for him or a message of love. For my friends, I let them know that I’m praying for them or I tell them I hope they have a great day!
~Melissa
Michelle Miller says
I try my best to always send people a little written note or facebook message or email whenever they are down. I think the gift of encouragement is strong in some of us, we just have to take the time to follow through on our thoughts. I also try to pray for each person who asks me to and to follow up on that, too. We all need a cheerleader or 2 or 12 in our corner!
Carol I. says
Make contact and go for coffee! I also like to send them a quick facebook or email message and let them know I’m praying!
Jenny B says
My favorite way to encourage is by email or in person!
Tammy H says
I try to be an “encourager” of the saints…….I will try to leave an anonymous note for someone I feel the Lord is leading me to do so to.
Kim S. says
Hugs 🙂 And sending random facebook messages letting the person know I’m thinking of them!
Melinda T says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to write a card, send a text or email saying thanks or giving words of encouragement.
Lori says
My favorite way to encourage someone is by taking TIME to show love & concern by allowing God to use me in simple ways….a smile, lift them up in prayers, talking, visits, notes, helping hands, meals, baking, a gift, help with a need/request, etc. Take time to act when God speaks to us…it blesses ones heart!
Jesica says
I love sending cards to people! There is nothing like finding something other than junk mail or bills in the mail box!
Kristin K says
I love doing things for other people to encourage them.. From texting a Bible verse to making dinner for my friends.. 🙂 I just love to lift up the spirits of the people around me!
Tatum says
I love to send a random text letting someone know I’m thinking about them or better yet, sending a card or small gift to someone to let them know I appreciate and cherish them. : )
Becky W. says
I like to send a cheery email note and if our schedules permit, take them out for coffee.
Amy says
A Picture Text…We share moments that we think the other would enjoy.
Julie Sunne says
I’ve had an aversion to texting for years. However, since I gave in to this easy way of reaching my boys this year, I find it a wonderful way to encourage others, especially teenagers!
Kendra says
I love to send notes in the mail. It is so unexpected and exciting to get something fun in the mailbox!
Suzanne says
Sending sweet cards in the mail is a great way for me to encourage others!
Karen says
A hand written note on pretty paper or a personally created card that matches the personality of the one I am sending it to.
Kristy Lynn says
I love sending cards to women in the mail because it shows that they were on my mind and that I took the time to write them a note and send it off to them!! I also love just giving my sisters in Christ great hugs to let them know that they are loved!
Brandy says
My favorite way to incourage someone is to send them a card or note and we also love dropping off baked goods, just because we can.
shaunta chambers says
I like writing cards and giving home baked gifts
Stephanie says
I love to write notes to encourage friends and family. I love receiving hand written mail and so I try to do that for others.
Michelle says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to give them a hug.
I am very much a huger. It encourages me also.
Keisha H says
I love to honor and encourage others, especially those who lead with me, through notes and small gifts.
Susan says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to send them a note or card with a prayer written in it and sometimes a small gift like a bookmark.
Jeanette Albright says
I love sending a card in the mail. Dayspring has some great ones for encouragement.
anna says
Pray for them, with them. God’s word poured out.
Aurie says
I would LOVE to say via snail mail – but lately it’s been via twitter!
Frances says
I like finding an old funny picture of a friend and I on facebook, and sending it to them in a message. We talk over the memories connected with that pic and it makes me smile! There’s something really stress-relieving about looking through old pictures.
Jen says
I like to give cards and little treats to sisters at church.
penelopelephew says
I love to write and mail a note. It is not surprising how often these arrive (or are opened) in God’s timing. One time a friend didn’t open it for months (got lost in the junk mail) and opened it on the day she really needed a lift.
Jennifer Huber says
A phone call. So simple and yet more personal than just a text or email.
Megan says
I love handwritten notes or a coffee pick-me-up
Amy says
My favorite way to encourage someone is via email or cards. Mail cards are great, but so are dayspring ecards. Just a few words to say thinking of you, praying for you, you’re on my mind, can make someone’s day!
Malory H says
I love to leave little messages on a coworker/friend’s big ol’ desk calendar 🙂 and I love to leave cute little messages for my roomie/cousin to encourage her through her journey/days (esp. with the new, awesome one she’s on!) 🙂
Jennifer says
There is nothing like sending a handwritten note and sending it through snail mail!
Ruth Hill says
I sent an encouraging e-mail to someone or post it on facebook.
Kate Stormes says
I am a verbal encourager and a gift giver.
Kate
kristin says
Old-fashioned, hand-written notes are my favorite way to encourage friends. I also like to give gifts.
emanuela olariu says
i love the dayspring e-cards and cards. i love when i get cards in the mail, so i always make sure to send some to my friends and family.
Annette Adams says
If someone comes to mind that does text…I send them one, if they email…i email them, if they only talk on the phone…i call them…if they are hard to reach..I send them a card with a handwritten note.
Karen says
LOVE telling others how much i am blessed because God has placed them in my life :O)
Lana says
I give a smile and a kind word! I think this can make a world of difference to someone!
Susan H. says
I try to always smile and am very friendly to everyone I meet. Sometimes we are the only Christ others see. I try to let His light shine through me.
Gretchen says
Hugs!
Katherine says
I like encouraging people by showing up when they need someone and don’t have anyone there, and always by baking 🙂
Tonia says
A smile is my favorite way to encourage someone. It is SO easy!! You should see the smile I get back sometimes. Makes my day!
Rhonda Darbro says
just a random act of kindness that is unexpected by the recipient, leaving handwritten notes in unexpected places
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Jessica says
My favorite way to encourage someone is sometimes to just say hello, how are you today? with a large smile! It’s the simple things.
Beth M says
As a busy mom of 2 little children right now a way I can encourage someone is just to send a quick text message or a card now and then.
Vicki Hornsby says
My way of incouraging someone is to LISTEN. Let them talk and then offer only posistive feedback. They really just need someone to listen to them most of the time.
Terri S says
I like encouraging those who need it by sending a message or a card their way and letting them know I am praying for them.
Cindi says
I enjoy sending unexpected flowers to encourage my friends!
Thank you…..
Cindi
jenn says
I think listening and asking questions is a powerful tool in helping people feel confident
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B says
Sticky Notes! :o)
Heidi says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to tell them I love them and pray for them!
Tania S. says
I love to send letters and cards to people. I don’t know about any one else, but I know that I enjoy getting a personal letter/card in the mail.
Julie says
nothing like a card in the mail… the snail mail that is
Lisa says
I love leaving little notes aroud at work or home, I also love telling strangeers lovely things that they may not hear enough!
HillaryM says
A note dropped in the mail or left for someone at church. For my children (I have six), I will have one sit with me to talk, etc. while I work on a chore. Having my ear–without competition–means a lot in a bigger family.
Gretta says
By dropping them a note or an email and always including scripture to encourage them in whatever it is they are currently facing.
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JuneA says
Notes-here and there, emails and I try very hard to say something positive to harassed clerks and servers…and always thank them for taking such good care of me!
Johnna Fussell says
My favorite way to encourage is to *listen*. We need to be ready to be a slate on which the friend can write what they are thinking, going through, believing. In this busy season sometimes it is just good to take stock and we can help one another by listening to the other one and letting them get it out. That way, the cards are on the table and we both know how to pray for the situation.
Jenna says
A homemade card sent by snail mail!
KellyB says
a little note in a lunch box, a special gift given anonymously, an extra kiss as they leave for school. i like to make it personal based on what each person will most appreciate.
Leigh Anne says
i love to give little gifts of reminders to encourage my family & friends days
Cassandra says
I love to send notes to someone, because who doesn’t love getting something in the mail that’s not a bill!
Rosalie says
My favorite way is to send snail mail. The way I do most often is to write on a Facebook wall or send an email.
Stacy D. says
My favorite way is through hand-written notes and cards. Most often, though, it is through email, Facebook, and texts.
Karen says
My favorite way to encourage someone is by keeping a daily prayer list for those that need prayers and asking others how I can pray for them.
rjb says
Definitely my favorite is through a hand-written note or special “gift” (maybe something I’ve heard them ask for!)
dawn says
I love to encourage people with a random little gift and a short note to let them know I was thinking of them and praying for them today…for no reason at all.
Stephanie Hoffpauir says
I love encouraging others by just listening to them when they need me to. Also, a wonderful way to be of encouragement is to just compliment them – tell them you are grateful for their friendship or their loyalty or responsibility…whatever you can praise them for. 🙂
Nikki Hatfield Wilson says
I slip notes in unexpected places for them to find. I do that for my husband and kids a lot.
Kristen says
I love being able to make special gifts for people and making handwritten notes to go along with it.
Randi S says
I encourage others by being there to listen and support them when needed.
Danielle says
I like to encourage people by saying a kind word – either in person or written.
Chelle says
Kind words go far to encourage another, and random notes of kindness can bring smiles to any face!
BJ says
I love to encourage my kids by bragging on them in front of their Daddy when he gets home from work – they soak it up!
Libby says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to help them out however it looks. Doesn’t matter if it’s a written note, an email, going to their house to visit, meeting them somewhere, watching their kids, doing dishes, sitting and being quiet with them….whatever it looks like.
Alecia says
My favorite way to encourage someone is to write them an encouraging note. I like to use facebook to do this. Today I went to my sister’s wall and told her that she’d do awesome on her finals this week! 🙂
Diana says
My favorite way to encourage someone is just to listen to them. Everyone wants to be heard and I try my hardest to listen to my friends and family to show that I support and encourage them.
Rebecca Finch says
I listen and try to understand. It’s usually more of an encouragement than saying, “I know . . . ” or trying to fix things.
gina toothe says
To encourage my teen son for instance to do well in school and in life i talk to him and maybe give him some tips or share what it was like for me when i was his age and how i handled some of the same things that he is facing as a teen. I try to point out the positives about him and he really does remember them. This encourages him to do well in school, scouts, sports, etc… I try not to be too critical, though sometimes that can be hard. When i am on Facebook or blog posting i try to leave alittle pic or a few words of encouragement if i think it may help a friend. 😉
Robin says
I like to put little notes in my kids’ lunchboxes. Or tucked in between clothes in my husband’s suitcase when he’s traveling.
Betsy Burnett says
I try to be there and look for ways to bless someone when I know they need a pick me up!
Jessica says
I love to encourage people by sending hand-written notes, small gifts, and offering a listening ear and a hug!
Cyndi says
My fave way to encourage someone is by sending a card! I am always happy to receive a card so I happily send them to others!
Carrie Blessen says
My favorite way to encourage my teens is to leave them little notes telling them what I see that they did well or what I love about them. They might roll their eyes now but I know, it’s making a difference!