September 12th is National Day of Encouragement #NationalDayofEncouragement.I don’t know about you but I sure could use encouragement today. I fill like I’m sinking into a hole and there is no, way out. How about you?
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National Day of Encouragement which is observed on September 12th is dedicated to encouraging and having a positive impact on those around us. The best thing about National Day of Encouragement is that you can make someone happy by simply saying a few words of encouragement.
Remember your words have the power to lift someone when they are down and our words also have the power to motivate someone who might be struggling or encourage someone to pick themselves back up after a setback.
Remember to use a small act of encouragement because that could be the spark that changes a loved one’s perspective. To praise and encourage someone’s efforts is a practice worth having, no matter the day of the year.
In 2007, a group of young people at the National Leadership Forum at Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas, came up with the idea of The Encouragement Project. The group went on to start a celebration which they called the National Day of Encouragement.
This ideal was the result of a grim reality these young people saw a lack of encouragement as one of the main obstacles that the youth face. These youth recognized the urgent need to help each other overcome negative influences.
Since the day before September 12th is such a tragic day in American history, National Day of Encouragement was also seen as a day where people across the Country could get together and support each other through the grief of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. September 12th is therefore also observed as a day to honor the victims and those who continue to be affected by mindless bigotry.
Following National Day of Encouragements creation, the first official to issue a proclamation was Belinda LaForce who was the then-mayor of Searcy. National Day of Encouragement was recognized on August 22, 2007, and the celebrations were observed on September 12th the very year.
Soon afterward, Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe issued a proclamation designating September 12th as “State Day of Encouragement.” President George W. Bush signed a document in 2007 designating the day as the National Day of Encouragement.
A Senate resolution for the day was introduced by Arkansas Senator Mark Pryor and was passed by unanimous consent on September 13th, 2011. Needless to say, National Day of Encouragement holds significance for all Americans.
How to Observe National Day of Encouragement
- Take the opportunity not only today but everyday to say a word of encouragement to everyone whom you know personally or professionally. There’s no better way to observe National Day of Encouragement than this.
- Cheer the achievements of a junior at work on National Day of Encouragement and celebrate the progress that they have made and encourage them to scale new heights. Ask them if there is anything they need help with.
- Encourage a budding artist by purchasing their art and advertising their work on your Social Media profile. A simple follow, like, or comment could immensely boost the Artist business.
Happy Facts That Will Blow Your Mind
- Did you know Seahorses tend to be monogamous and they intertwine their tails to stick together while floating through the Ocean.
- Did you know male Puppies let female Puppies win play fights.
- There’s a Valentine’s Day for single people in South Korea, celebrated on March 14th I need to let my sister know this so she can celebrate because Debbie is single. Although she is looking for a date if you know anyone.
- Cows have friends that they spend their days with and Cows get stressed when they are separated.
- Dogs are capable of showing affection and in fact, Dogs regularly dream about their owners. I didn’t know that but I can’t wait to let Charlie and Dvid know this. If you or someone you know has a Dog you should tell them this as well.
Why National Day of Encouragement is Important
- National Day of Encouragement is ultimately a day of love and kindness which people love National Day of Encouragement because it brings out the best in us.
- Everyone has silent struggles and National Day of Encouragement reminds us that a simple kind word can give someone the boost of encouragement that they might be desperately seeking.
- If you have been struggling to finish a project or simply too scared to start something new, let National Day of Encouragement encourage you to start afresh. Listen to the words of encouragement around and get started on your journey.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
