One of the greatest things my daughter's Middle School does is have periodic awards assemblies. They gather the entire grade together in the dining room along with all their teachers, the principal, the counselors. Parents sit in the first 3 rows along with the late arriving parents who sit in the back rows. All together-- probably almost 100 adults are present for 250 kids.
The awards are for honor roll, straight A's, major improvements, etc. The kids are commended for work well done in the past and how it is the "bar they need to reach and exceed in the days to come". They are then reminded how there are teachers ready and always willing to help. They are reminded that parents and friends are there to help. They are reminded that counselors and administrators and coaches are all there-- ready and willing to pledge their support and help.
It's a good message for a kid to receive. It's helpful as an adult to be reminded that we are the key player in making progress in life but. . . .so many others are there to support us! As adults, we dont' often take the time to remember how we are supported.
Who's supporting you? Who are you supporting and encouraging?
Take some time to give thanks for those who are really helping you in the course of your daily life. (don't forget the simple and subtle "helps"). Take some time to ponder how you can show your "support" of others.
