Anxiety weighs down the heart,
but a kind word cheers it up.
– Proverbs 12:25
A series of proverbs with this same theme:
Proverbs 12:13-25 (excluding 21 & 24)
Some places where else this is discussed:
Prov. 17:22, Ephesians 4:29
My thoughts:
All too often we can be weighed down by our fears and worries. This proverb speaks to that, saying it’s anxiety that troubles our hearts. Yet a timely word from a friend can be 
all we need to get out of our mental or emotional slump. So often I’m then reminded of God’s goodness and how I’ve been losing control of my mind. Don’t ever underestimate the power of encouragement!
Thanks for reading! Pete.
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Note: All scripture is taken from Bible.com and is the New International Version. I am using a commentary by John A. Kitchen for help with references, and difficult concepts and words. Plus he has a real way with words!
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often mean that we change from our initial thoughts. This proverb talks of a fool spouting their folly, meaning words that have no value or context. Let’s seek to be slow to speak, in order to edify at the right time, when we have a wise response.
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