Upbuilding v., adj. Of building up by creation, enlargement, fortification or increase.

Most commonly used as a verb but is an excellent adjective.

"Upbuilding" encompasses the dynamic process of constructive growth, manifested in both tangible and intangible forms. It manifests in the steady expansion of knowledge, skills, and character, akin to the sturdy roots of a tree digging deeper into the earth. As individuals strive for self-improvement, they fortify their foundations and reach towards the sky, like branches stretching towards the sunlight. The essence of upbuilding is also found in the nurturing of relationships, building stronger bridges of mutual benefit via encouraging each other. Just as a well-built structure provides support, shelter, resilience, and protection, so too does the ethos of upbuilding in the face of adversity, creating a sturdy framework for personal and communal progress. Through acts of kindness and collaboration, we lay the bricks of a brighter future, strengthening the bonds that unite us and fostering a sense of collective purpose and achievement.

Did you know…

Reading inspiring stories regularly can physically change your brain? Neuroscience shows that encountering uplifting ideas strengthens neural pathways for empathy and critical thinking.

If you don't feel Upbuilding today choose some of these instead:

Ameliorative, Amused, Amusing, Ascendant, Auspicious, Beatific, Blissful, Blythe, Blythesome, Boisterous, Bonzer, Brilliant, Buoyant, Carefree, Celebratory, Cheerful, Cheery, Childlike, Chuffed, Chipper, Cock-a-hoop, Cohortative, Coltish, Confelicitous, Content, Contented, Couthie, Crackerjack, Dapatical, Delightful, Delighted, Diverted, Droll, Easygoing, Effulgent, Elated, Enjoyable, Eudaemonistic, Euphoric, Excelsior, Exhilarated, Exuberant, Fain, Fantastic, Festal, Festive, Frabjous, Free, Frolicsome, Fulgent, Fun, Gelastic, Gelogenic, Glad, Gleeful, Good, Good-humoured, Good-natured, Grateful, Gratified, Happy, Happy-go-lucky, Harmonic/Harmonious, Heartsome, Humorous, In a good mood, In good spirits, Insouciant, Jiggish, Jocose, Jocoserious, Jocular, Jolif, Jolly, Jovial, Joyful, Joyous, Jubilant, Lepid, Liefly, Light, Light-hearted, Lively, Ludibund, Ludic, Lusory, Mabsoot, Merry, Mirthful, Optimistic, Overjoyed, Panglossian, Peppy, Perky, Playful, Pleasant, Pleased, Positive, Profulgent, Radiant, Rejuvenated, Rejuvenescent, Relaxed, Reviviscent, Rhapsodic, Risible, Rollicking, Sanguine, Satisfied, Shining, Slamin', Sportive, Sprightly, Sunny, Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, Thrilled, Thrilling, Tickled, Twitterpated, Uber, Upbeat, Uplifted, Uplifting, Vegete, Vibrant, Vitative, Vivacious, Waggish Weleful, Welsome, Whimsical, Wonderful, Zoetic

Upbuilding happens when you help someone feel more confident, more capable, or more seen. It's when you say "You've got this" before a test, or help a friend stay focused when they're ready to give up. It's also when you learn from your own mistakes and keep going. Being upbuilding means you're not just getting through - you're helping shape a better space for everyone.

Edifying Humour

“I'm reading a book on anti-gravity.

It's impossible to put down."

Be like Wi-Fi:

Give your signal freely and know that your greatest strengths are invisible.