Pick-Me-Up
We all need an occasional pick-me-up.
A bad mood or little energy leaves us down in the dumps. We feel too tired to move.
We need something to give us:
- A better mood
- Extra energy
- A good rest
Flowers give some of us a pick-me-up. A field or garden full of flowers helps us remember the beauty of God’s creation.
A snack sometimes works. Although many of us like chocolate, the effect of food does not last long (except around the middle of our bodies).
A vacation helps. Yet, we may have to wait months for time off work.
Some of the greatest pick-me-ups require little work.
When we run out of steam, we can:
- Take a few minutes to slow down. (Read a good book. Take a nap.)
- Go for a short walk (or a longer one, if time allows).
- Give or receive a few kind words. (If no one gives us kind words, we can still give ours.)
Pick-me-up moments matter.
They often turn bad days into good ones. They help us see light at the end of the tunnel. Go ahead. Make someone’s day!
May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had (Romans 15:5 NIV).
Thanks to J. T. Henderson for the suggestion.
What is your favorite pick-me-up? Please comment.
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4 thoughts on “Pick-Me-Up”
A good season of prayer. I attend a prayer group on Tuesday mornings. With the nasty weather and then being sick with the Influenza A for three weeks, I had not attended. Today was my first day back. Even a good season of private prayer gets me out of the doldrums.
Wonderful addition, Cecelia. I should have included that. Thank you. I’m so glad you’re feeling better.