How to Encourage-Listen

Do you know one of the easiest ways to encourage a friend or family member? It's simple, does not cost a cent and something that everyone can do!

But it does take concentration, focus, discipline to not interrupt and an awareness of your power. The answer is--learning how to listen to someone else.

Here is a simple acrostic to help you encourage another just by listening intently to them. You don't have to have all the answers to their problem, but you do need to LISTEN to them!


The six steps to becoming a better listener are

L: Look at the person speaking to you.

A: Ask questions.

D: Don't interrupt.

D: Don't change the subject.

E: Empathize.

R: Respond verbally and noverbally.

Encouraging Words That Make a Difference

How can a teacher or coach encourage students and players? What words should he/she say to help them reach their potential and win the game or do well on that test?

Here are some encouraging phrases that teachers actually said to students at Bremen High School to inspire them.

Keep your head up.
Focus on the team and not the mistake you just made.
Put it(the mistake)behind you.
I believe in you.
The team believes in you.
You can do this.
You've studied hard for this test. You are ready to take it.
Relax and think about the goals you set.
We've practiced this many times-now execute.
Hold your head high, no matter the outcome.
Be the best you can be.
Go for it.
Don't give up.

Don't ever ever give up!