Are You A Bee Or A Bear?

What is it about encouraging words that lifts our spirits and brings us a sense of happiness?  What is it about someone appreciating you that makes you blush and stammer because you feel so good?  

Let me ask you something...are you a bee or a bear?  You see, bees make the honey.  They create this wonderful elixir which is to tasty and so good for you.  The bear only takes the honey, no asking, not waiting until it is offered.  In fact the bear will, quite literally, destroy the bees' hive just so he can devour the honey.  So let me ask you again, are you the bee (who creates goodness) or the Bear (who destroys and steals)?

When we encourage others and are appreciative of them, that gift is like honey.  People will respond positively.  When we refuse to be appreciative and encouraging, we are, quite literally, destroying the spirit of the others.

Be a BEE!