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Encouragement

I have been accused of doing much of what I do here on the internet purely for the attention it brings me. Sometimes that's true. But when you see some of the things posted on Facebook, I have to admit that what is posted by myself and others who have a blogging backround is much more original than the usual "repost this if you love Jesus" posts that we all have the tendency to see. And believe me, I don't have to prove I love Jesus by reposting a message.

Now that I have my rant out of the way, let's get to the subject of the post. I have noticed others around me are wanting to start working out. I was told by one coworker that I have inspired her to come to work early and spend about 15 minutes working out. Another coworker wants to check into Weight Watchers. I received an email last week from a friend who reads this blog. He told me that he joined Weight Watchers.

Top all this with my wife wanting to get walking, but not with me at 4:30am, and I feel that I'm doing a fair job encouraging others. This encourages me to do better for myself.

Another bit of encouragement came in the comment section from my last post. Syd always gives me a good word, and Busy Bee Suz always brings me a smile. There was a comment from someone who come to visit for the first time, Strong Beauty Val. After a little bit of following links, I found that Val writes a blog on women's fitness. So for someone like that to come over to this blog and offer the encouragement that she gave me, I felt that was a privilege.

So if at all possible, offer someone some encouragement today.

Comments

Busy Bee Suz said…
A little bit of good...goes a LONG way!!!
Keep up the good work Cliff. Your positivity does help others, as well as yourself!
March 14, 2012 10:43 PM
Cliff said…
Thank you Suz. BTW, nice layout on your blog.
March 14, 2012 11:02 PM
Michelle said…
Awesome. Keep up the great work and keep encouraging on your blog as well as in person. I know I keep encouraged when I read your blog.
March 14, 2012 11:31 PM
Syd said…
Thanks, Cliff. I hope that you will keep up the exercise. I find that it really improves my mental health!
March 14, 2012 11:45 PM
Minerva said…
Hi Cliff. Keep up the good work. I am slowly losing weight and exercising. Finding out that others are doing the same always gives one a boost.
March 17, 2012 4:08 PM
Michelle said…
encouragement is one of the best blessings you can give another. :-)

Your blog always makes me feel better, even your shared grumbles and woes.
March 22, 2012 4:34 AM
cathouse teri said…
I just now read this, Cliff. As usual, you are very encouraging and positive. Thanks from those of us who enjoy the benefits of those gifts from you.
March 27, 2012 1:22 PM
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