Share the Good: How a Kind Word Can Change Someone’s Day
Do you have “that one friend” who always makes you feel good? Whenever your day isn’t going well, you can call on that friend to lift your spirits. For me, that friend is my sister. I always know that after talking to her, my day will look a whole lot brighter. Here’s why…
The Pull of Negativity
There’s so much negativity in the world, especially on social media, that it’s easy to tumble down a dark rabbit hole if we aren’t careful. Before long, we start thinking the world is a horrible place filled with nothing but mean and corrupt people.
But here’s the truth: it isn’t that everyone is bad, it’s that we tend to focus on the negative instead of the positive. Yes, there are terrible things happening, but there are also countless good things we rarely hear about.
Why? Because negativity sells. Bad news gets more clicks, more views, and more money for those who share it. The uplifting stories exist, but they don’t get the same attention.
Gossip Rarely Spreads the Good
Have you noticed that gossip is almost never positive? People don’t whisper about a husband who cooked dinner for his tired wife, or about a mom who quietly sacrifices for her family. Instead, gossip is usually about someone’s failures or shortcomings.
And isn’t it true that one cruel comment can drown out a hundred compliments? A hundred people can tell you you’re beautiful, but if one person says you’re ugly, that’s the one that replays in your mind.
The Bible reminds us to do the opposite:
1 Peter 3:9 (NIV)
9 Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.
Choosing to Speak Life
My sister is a living example of this. She spreads good wherever she goes, reminding others of their worth. I remember a time when we were checking out at Target, she told the cashier, “You are beautiful.”
Three simple words. They may not have seemed like much, but for that young girl, they could have meant the world. You never know how a kind word can turn someone’s whole day around.
We get so caught up in our own busyness that we forget to really “see” others. When someone is moving slowly at the checkout, frustration often comes quicker than compassion. But maybe that person has had a long, grueling day, and maybe your kind word is the exact blessing they need.
The Bible gives us clear direction:
Ephesians 4:29 (NIV)
29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.
Today’s Challenge: Share the Good
So today, I challenge you: be the blessing. Share the good. Speak life into someone, encourage them, and make their day brighter. You may never know the full impact of your words, but God does.
To God Goes The Glory!
Have A Blessed Day!
Let’s End With a Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the people in our lives who encourage us and remind us of Your goodness. Help us to be that kind of person for others. Guard our lips from negativity, and fill our hearts with kindness so that our words will build up and bless. Give us eyes to see the ones who need encouragement today, and courage to speak life into them. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Thank you, Tanya! Such a timely word! I love your devotions! Looking forward to you publishing them in a devotion book someday! Blessings to you….you bring so many joy in your posts!
Thank you for this post! What a wonderful reminder to always be kind! We never know what others are enduring.
Tania,
Thank you for your kind and encouraging words. I try my best to let people know how much I love them or how beautiful they are. Yesterday, I was in a funk and couldn’t get out of it, but after a good night’s sleep and reading your message. I am ready to begin a new day with positiveness. Thank you!!
Kelly
I haven’t read your posts in awhile and just sat here Monday morning and read it. That was very good especially in our world right now. During the offertory at our holy mass the priest is preparing the wine and bread to the true presence of Jesus Christ. This is one prayer that is said:
O Lord, set a guard before my mouth, a barrier to fence in my lips. Do not turn my heart towards thoughts of evil, to make excuses for sins. May the Lord enkindle in us the fire of His love and the flame of everlasting charity. Amen.
Thank you, God bless you 💖
Thank you, Tania! Such a beautiful reminder. I SO need this today. Yes, DO NOT give into the temptation to fall into the ugly “negative.” Swim against the tide. May I/we honor God I. Our thoughts, speech, actions and activities 🙏❤️🔥
Wonderful reminders. Love your Sunday posts, thank you!!!
Such a beautiful prayer. Thank you for sharing it. My sisters are my best, most wonderful friends too.
Amen – your prayers are always very comforting and helpful
I love this prayer, too. Indeed, there is way too much negativity in our lives. I choose to be positive. Thank you so much for this wonderful post, Tania!! It truly made my day!! GOD BLESS💖
Beautiful message, Tania. I ❤️ your Sunday devotions. This is so true! Many blessings and much love to you and your family.
Everyone seems extra negative anymore. Small kind words can help a lot. So much stress today
Thank you so much for your Sunday post. They lift me up then I share your post with others
Always enjoy your Sunday posts – the prayer is my favorite part.
Thank you for your Sunday morning post. I look forward to reading them. My sister is my best friend too.
As always, your post is another important reminder to be a source of friendship and encouragement.
Blessings always
Thank you for presenting petite clothing .
I also, would like to see some of the shoes showing up
as, narrow instead of all medium.
Thank you for your help .
Just what I needed to read and take to heart today!!❤️
Thank you for today’s post! I try to be a positive person who lifts others up when they are in a crisis or are just simply feeling a little down. It’s not always easy to do – especially when some people always seem to be a “Negative Nancy”! Your ending prayer is one I will repeat regularly!
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Today’s post was such a blessing! Thank you for the encouragement and for reminding me of what matters.
Those words not only help the person that they are spoken to but they make the speaker feel good as well. Win win for everyone!🎉
I love your Sunday inspiration! Thank you beautiful lady 😊
Such a good reminder -love your gratitude posts also. We can definitely reset our mindset
Tania, Thanks for sharing this post. I try to always say something positive to others. Or smile at them to make their day. It makes me feel good too. Have blessed week ahead.
You are an encourager just like your sister . I enjoy reading your post and they have been a blessing to me.
Thank you Tania for this thoughtful post . A great reminder that we can make the world a better place by following The Golden Rule !! 🥰
Great reminders!
Dear Tania, I really appreciate your Sunday articles and prayers. Today’s subject was a reminder to me always be kind to others and to not gossip about people. As my grandmother would say “if you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all”.
Grandmas always know what is best.
I really enjoyed the devotion. I appreciate you sharing with us.
Well said 👍❤️
Love this message! I also rely on my sister to help me get through tough days.
Thank you for this reminder, Tania. Safe travels back to Joe and Lucy.
I forwarded this to a dear friend, she is who I thought of when I read this 😊. Thank you for the inspiration Tania 🥰
Thank you so much for reminding us that we do need each other and to lift each other up…..what we say is so powerful…….I also enjoy your modeling clothes….some I have purchased…..have a blessed Sunday and God Bless…………………..keep up the good work and word!!
This post really touched me Tania. I have a twin sister who I have relied upon to get me through some tough times but she now has dementia and we cannot have a conversation. I miss her dearly. I am fortunate to have good friends, some since elementary school, but there is nothing like a sister. I have no doubts that you are as great a sister to her as she is to you.
I am so sorry that your sister is going through that. Dementia is a terrible disease, and I know it is hard to see her going through it.
Love this post! A good reminder for all of us to spread good.
What a beautiful post Tania
Something tells me your just like your sweet sister
That’s so true I always try to say kind words to my family and friends it’s not hard to do but my mom always said if you cannot say anything nice don’t say anything at all
Wonderful Sunday message! Be kind, such and easy thing to do but so meaningful, thank you!
I am a fairly new reader here, and I would like to let you know that I love the prayers you write on Sundays. I look forward to them each week, and that is how you have blessed me. Have a most blessed Sunday Tania, and all your readers.
I’m so glad that you enjoy my Sunday posts. They are very important to me.
Be a fountain and not a drain….beautiful message this morning.
Love this message Tania! Have a beautiful day and thank you for all your fashion tips! 😁
Tania, what an important reminder! A little kindness goes a long way! Happy Sunday🙏❤🙏
Thank you for this great message.Just lost my husband in June. Always need a great lift me up your message was great too much negativity and not enough Love encourage one another.
Julia, I am so sorry you recently lost your husband. I know many of us will say a prayer for you during this hard time.
Thank you for letting God’s light shine through you. I love both your style and your beautiful authenticity!
This is so good! I try to be encouraging to others. Thanks for reminding us why it’s so important!
Loved your post today! ❤Thank you for sharing and reminder to focus on what is right in the world and not the negativity.
Such a wonderful reminder to think positive and always look for the good in people and the world – thank you!
I think you’re wonderful!
Have a very happy blessed day!
Thank you. for your continued Sunday morning posts. And also for good fashion advice during the week. Have a blessed day.
Love this post! It takes more energy to be mean and nasty than it does to be kind!
Great reminder, we are to love others as Jesus loves us 🙂we truly never know what someone might be going through & how much a kind word may help them.
What a wonderful reminder as we start this new week.
Fix your gaze on all your blessings and your attitude will be
thankfulness. Remember to share that with others.
I have had the privilege of having a handful of very close friends over the years. I have lost two very dear friends to cancer and dementia, but their love lives on in my heart. Now that I’ve retired in June, it will free up even more time to spend laughing and enjoying life to the fullest. 🥰
Your friends left you with greasy memories of them. What a wonderful legacy.
Such a great reminder that is much needed for me!
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Love, Love, Loved this post. Such a great message! Thank you. Great way to spend my morning.
Have a great day!
I have a friend like that too!
Today’s post is my favorite you have ever done & I love all of your Sunday messages! Taking your challenge! ✝️
I’m so glad you enjoyed this post and are going to pay it forward.
Yes! I love this post! May we all be better at spreading the good!!!
This is so true! In a world of negativity… focus and share the positivity. I appreciate your devotions so much!
It is funny how the smallest kind word can make a difference.
You printed prayers are so meaningful. Thank you.
😀nice well said, I have a good Sis too!
So true, negativity is a dark rabbit hole!
This is a reminder to see the good; always😎
The impact of your message was great. Thank you.
Thank you for this post!
My 11 year old granddaughter is like that. She has something nice to say to everyone she meets. It might just be, “I like your shoes!” When a waitress asks what she wants to drink, instead of “Coke.” It’s “could I please have a coke?”
That is a wonderful attitude!
Thank you! Going into a day with apprehension, knowing things will be said, most likely someone will try to trigger negative feelings. This article gives me peace and hopefully I an give others peaceful thoughts, and get around the negative vibes. Have a blessed day.
Counter negativity with kindness and positivity. You will make a difference to everyone around you.
What a wonderful reminder for today! We need to strive to be “that friend” to as many as we can. Thank you for sharing.
Oh how we need your reminder! Thank you!!😊 have a blessed Lord’s Day 🛐
You don’t know how much these words are so import Anton a world full of negativityThank you for sharing!!
We can all take a few moments to be kind or say something nice to someone.