Everyone on this planet has the ability to make a positive impact on someone else, it's as simple as understanding the power of presence.

Ever notice how some people make an entrance just by walking in the room? Or how some people make you feel special just by talking to them? Those people have presence. To some, it's misconstrued as confidence. Though the two usually go hand in hand, that's not always the case. People with presence can command attention without even saying a word. Now I don't mean just anyone with a super flashy outfit or an eye catching hair-do, I mean REAL, genuine, whole hearted presence. There's a BIG difference between presence and peacocking. People with presence don't always use it for their own good. They willingly shine the spot light on other people, give credit and praise where it is usually unheard of and make everyone feel important.

DO YOU HAVE PRESENCE?

There have been times where I really wanted to compliment someone, someone I didn't really know, but my tongue wouldn't let it go out of fear that I would seem out of line. To this day I regret every one of those moments. Who doesn't want to hear a compliment? And regardless of if that person knew me or not, I would have left an impression or made a positive impact. Even if the person I complimented didn't receive it, the person beside them may have been inspired to do the same thing and used it to make someone else's day. Needless to say, I don't hold back anymore, but having presence is just the foundation. To inspire and influence, you've got to know how to use it.

If you haven't already, I want encourage all of you to dig deep and use the Grace & Strength of God to fill you with confidence to develop your presence. We all have it in us and it would be a shame if we kept it in because of our own insecurities. Think of all the love and light you could shed all bottled up inside just waiting to get out!

For those of you who want them, here are some tips on practicing presence:

1- Smile- it's contagious!  Even if someone doesn't smile back, your face will most likely linger in their head for a while.

2- Don't slack on eye contact- It shows your really listening. Giving someone your full attention when they are speaking is all it takes to show someone they're important.  Don't check your phone, don't glance outside,  don't interject, just listen! Not selectively either, you should collect every detail before responding.

3-Speak with purpose- Choose your words carefully. The words you use impact the attitude of others. There is always a way to say things from a positive perspective.

I hope this has inspired some of you to get out there and make a statement. We all deserve to feel important and if it takes someone with presence to show you, then share this blog so we can all spread the love!

- Jenna Dawn

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* Individual results may vary.