“Be an encourager. The world has plenty of critics already.” ~Dave Willis The hilarious mug in the photo was a birthday gift that I’ve been enjoying ever since I unwrapped it. While I don’t think of myself as a badass, I break into a smile each time I fill it with morning coffee. It’s a daily reminder of how good it feels to be encouraged.  Note to self: Find ways to encourage others who might need an extra boost too. After all, everybody’s muddling through the start of a tumultuous year. It would help if we’d all be nicer to each other — more encouraging, less critical.   While I’m not an…