Guest Editorial

By KIMBERLY NELSON

“Either you run the day, or the day runs you.” –Jim Rohn

Most of us have been in front of the podium of a cheesy motivational speaker at some point. Some of them have the uncanny ability to lift our spirits, make us laugh, and push us to think about something a little bit differently. But mostly, the reaction gained is closer to that of a stern lecture than a pick-me-up. Unless you have incredible command of an audience and amazing public speaking skills, the best way to motivate is not through the masses, but one close friend at a time.

The only person who knows you better than you is your best friend. If your best friend is on a downer, you should make it your personal mission to pick them up, dust them off, and move them along. That’s not the only person in your life who is going to need a pep talk, either; there will always be someone who needs another person to lean on. If you always strive to be the person people look to for motivation and leadership, I can almost guarantee that you will be respected and well liked.

Put this on your bucket list; Give somebody wings. Be the force that picks them up off the ground and lifts them to greater heights.