Life can be fun and exciting and full of energy. Or it can be a drag. Whether we are in the rush or the slush, we all need to be surrounded by people to challenge us to be our better self.
I have been blessed to have a great “cheering squad” in my life. If I’m struggling with my day, or week, or even year, these people have been there to keep me going, or in some cases, keep me still. I know they love me and want what is best for me and my family. Without them, I would not be where I am today. With them, I know tomorrow will be conquered.
6 People to Have in Your Cheering Squad
The Dreamer: This is the person that is always coming up with ideas. Every time you see them they have a new adventure planned and one for you as well.
!!!!Warning, don’t be tempted to lose focus and get off the path you are on.
The Motivator: This is the person that once you have an idea, they tell you should go for it. They think you are the best at whatever it is that you are doing, or at least make you feel that you are.
!!!!Warning, don’t let this prompt you to act before you are ready.
The Brainstormer: This is the person that will keep you going once you have an idea or plan by keeping your mind focused on what you can do to keep improving.
!!!!Warning, planning is a good thing, but be sure to take action after you have done your planning.
The Realist: This is the person that will keep you in check and not allow you to run too far ahead.
!!!!Warning, this can feel like discouragement, but that is not the intent.
The Questioner: This is the person that will ask challenging questions to make you think through all the steps. The questions are not to discourage or encourage. Just to make you think through every possible angle.
!!!!Warning, nothing will ever have all the kinks worked out, don’t let this immobilize you.
The Encourager: This is the person that will shower you with compliments and make you feel like you are changing the world. And they will do this just about the time you want to give up.
!!!!Warning, this person loves you and what you do, don’t let it cause you to think higher of yourself than you should.
Final Thought
Some of your “cheerers” will have more than one of these traits. Or you may have more than one kind of “cheerer” (I know I have multiple encouragers in my squad). Life is too complicated and busy to spend time on discouraging thoughts. Surround yourself with people that will love you and challenge you!
xoxo
