Choose your words wisely.
You should be cautious when you choose words because words are not only alphabetical letters, but they are alive. Just one word you say can go a long way and impact someone, either positively or negatively. I am fully aware that it’s been more than two weeks since I’ve put up any content. I’ve been preoccupied with a lot of things, including work, school, and life in general. We all know how adulting can sometimes be daunting. I was having a conversation with one of my sister-friends last week, and something about how I got cautions with words caught my attention. I recall saying something to her and trying so hard to find the appropriate words to convey my message. I didn’t want to make her feel criticized because of what she was saying to me.
I realized that it’s important to take care of what we say to other people. If we don’t have anything nice to say to or about someone, I would advise that we not say anything at all. It’s important to remember that once you say something, you can’t take it back. Always guard your mouth, or keep it closed if you have nothing good to say. And I believe we can choose to channel this energy into words of inspiration, motivation, and encouragement.
Do you recall the encouraging words and actions you received when you were younger? Who was that adult in your life who talked to you? Perhaps the way a teacher, a coach, or a relative spoke to you impacted the trajectory of your life. Hopefully, he or she inspired you to do better by speaking encouraging words of love and acceptance to you.
Words can be utilized in a variety of ways. Words have the ability to heal, repair, renew, love, care, build, create, affirm, console, encourage, inspire, comfort, rehabilitate, replenish, revive, and many other things. Pick your words carefully.
Words of affirmation
Every day, the words we speak over ourselves have the same effect; they can have a positive or negative impact on our lives. Have you noticed how we always declare we are insufficient, unable, unskilled, afraid to stand in front of people, incapable, weak, and handicapped when the occasion arises? What are your daily affirmations? Do you let fear take over and begin confessing it instead of stating how powerful, influential, strong, capable, and competent you are? Do you not look back and watch yourself diminish because you do not believe in yourself? Negative remarks will always find their way in, but we should always strive to replace them with constructive, uplifting words.
See also (Mother Tongue )
Words we use to communicate with others, particularly children.
I constantly hear parents steadily insulting their children. “You’ll never amount to anything, you’ll die unsuccessful, you’ll never make it in life, you’re cursed and bewitched,” he says over and over. Such statements can be harmful to a child’s health and wellbeing. You’ll notice that most children do not change their bad habits or mischievous ways merely because they have been told that they will never change. They take it to heart and put it into action, making it more practical. I understand that parents say these things out of frustration and that they want the best for their children, but curses and insults will not help them change. Instead, they’ll exacerbate the problems that currently exist and offer no solution.
All they require is support. I understand that most of you will think it’s tough love, but one thing I know is that tough love is never used as a form of punishment, but rather to make them recognize their mistakes. If you want to see a difference in your children’s conduct, learn the language. The language of kindness, encouragement, and love. When you wake up in the morning, say a kind word to your mischievous child and see how he acts throughout the day. Please get back to me and let me know how that went!! I’m confident he’ll be a good boy on the day and imagine if you did it every day. That will motivate him to do even better. Mind your words and be an encourager.
See also (What does your name mean? The real power in the name.)
Words can create
“Remember, even God Himself used the very same words to create the majestic universe we live in; heavens and earth and all that lives in them were created by words, and that alone is the formidable, profound, and explicit example of how powerful words are,” Josephine wrote. Be careful you say to others and me.
See also (The power of exhortations)
What words have been said to you or about you that shaped you into the person you are today? Either positive or negative. What effect has this had on you? Let me know in the comments area.
From my heart to yours
Cheers!!
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Yes indeed words are powerful.
The destine of man is shaped by words.
Indeed
There’s so much we can do with what we utter to people instead of negatively bashing and insults. And I always marvel when parents keep scolding and insulting their children. Ive realized that it can cause so damage on a child’s well being and self esteem
Most of our parents were not educated in this area.
Words from authority figures like parents and teachers have a great bearing .
Most of we are crippled because of negative words uttered by people in authority
I agree mate.
I can imagine how it negatively a child’s we’ll being. I had people who spoke encouraging words to me when I was young and I can see how it affected me. I believed in myself more. I can imagine for those who were told they’ll never mount to anything in life
Proverbs 18:21 confirms this by saying, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.
There’s nothing you say without the reference of the scriptures. That’s why I highly value your wise teachings.
Proverbs 18:21👏👏
Glory to God that’s my passion impact the lives of those in my radar with the revelation of the Word of God
And you are doing a very good job. I think you are rubbing your wisdom on many of us. Don’t be surprised when we start speaking like you. Hahhaha
True! Words are very powerful and we must allow our words to be laced with grace.
I agree
Words have the ability build, restore, rebuild, revive, rejuvenate etcetera. That’s why I always day, if you have nothing good to say, just keep it to yourself because once you utter them out, there’s no turning back
Hmmm very true. Bless you indeed.
I fully endorse your views. One should be cautious while choosing and delivering words, as these at times have far-reaching implications.
Absolutely true
I’ve realized that once a word comes out and it’s negative, offensive and harsh, there’s no turning it back. One should rather keep quiet or away if you see that you are about to say something off the hook. It’s not easy though
You’re welcome. And yes, I agree, one should weigh before uttering something negative.
Certainly agreed👏👏
Good points. One thing to always consider when talking or delivering a message is the audience. There are times when you can actually be raw and truthful with positive as well as negative feedback but there are times when you do need to be delicate. Just make sure the style of delivery of the message suits the audience.
Absolutely true
Now that you say this, I get reminded by my friend who told me about a comment which left her feeling miserable. She even wanted to quit writing because of that comment. And that’s where I realized how powerful words are to the next person. They can either build or destroy. Thanks for reading sissy❤❤
Oh your posts always leave me reinvigorated. Thank you for the awesome reminders my sweet Lebo.
Thank you so much Nani❤❤
I’m glad that my posts make an impact on you. You are making me to wake up early in the morning tomorrow and start prepping for my next post😂😂😂😂
Thanks a ton sissy
Aww please.
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A few years ago, I once felt humbled and indebted to this simple church guy who felt “moved” to give me some money. He did not know exactly what he had just done to for me, because I was in a silent desperate situation. When I asked him how I can ever repay him, his simple words were, “do the same to others.”
“DO THE SAME TO OTHERS” are the most impactful words ever said to me
Wowww I think that’s the most important rule of life after Love your neighbour as yourself. I can imagine how that made you feel, just seeing someone come through for you in desperate times when you did not even reach out? That’s grace right there.
And I hope the message is clear, DO UNTO OTHERS AS YOUD LIKE FOR THEM TO DO UNTO YOU. Pass the blessings to others. Thank you my brother in law
I love the way you put this! Almost like a cycle of words, spreading good words to others mean others can spread good words to more people. And I love how you mentioned that words are alive too! Great post!
Absolutely
I believe words are not just alphabetical words. The have the power to create or destroy. Hence we should always choose to use them wisely to restore, revive, encourage etcetera. Thank you for reading
Words have SO much power and not many people understand just how much. We must always be careful how we use our words because they can have a bigger impact on those around us and ourselves that we realise. If we constantly put ourselves down, it can lead to self-esteem issues while positive affirmations can help boost our self-esteem. What we say to others may not mean that much to use but it can make a huge impact on them especially children. Great post.
I agree with you sis
I’m a victim of constantly uttering negative words to myself. It took a life time to finally realize that I was my own worst enemy. I had to learn to change how I thought about myself. My thoughts shifted from being my own critic to being my BEST cheerleader. Really how we affirm ourselves is very important. Thanks for reading through.
I went through the same journey. I always criticized myself too harshly and had to learn to be kind to myself and change my way of thinking. And that did wonders for my self-esteem. My pleasure!
Absolutely agreed
Thank you so much. It’s funny how we get to realize these things after a while. I also think everything happens for a reason. Maybe we had to go through that so that one day well liberate others who are going through the use thing.
Everything does absolutely happen for a reason. I think when you have such experiences you become stronger and build character.
I agree that words have power and parents should always encourage their children or they can become broken (Col.3:21). We will be held accountable for our words.
But there are still times I know for me that I had to give a warning to those I love, or their blood would be on my hands Ez.33. I have had to speak out at times and say, “This is wrong,” when no one wanted to hear “This is wrong.” This is also what Jesus, Paul and the prophets did. I did not always know what to say and really hated doing it. I have lost friends whom I loved but knew they heard what they needed to hear and 1 day the Lord would set them free.
This is what persecution is. There is a lot of darkness and idolatry in this world today and the Lord is looking for those who are willing to be a voice for Him. Where are they? Either we want the praises of men or the praises of God. Sometimes you just can’t have it both ways. Jesus has always backed me up. He is all I need. To walk in love is to obey His orders. Sometimes His Words cut like a 2-edged sword, and it hurts. Some never receive it. Does that make it wrong? Read 2 John 9-ll. But yes, this is a good subject and a good Post! Sorry if I have offended anyone.
Ohhhh I love it
There Sr eindedd times where one has to say what needs to be said so that people do not perish even if you know that theyay not like it. You know sometimes we shy award from the truth amd when someone points it out we take offence. Maturity is knowing how to be connected without feeling like you are being attacked.
One also said things to my siblings which I knew they would not like but I knew that if I do not it say to them, they will perish and one day I would be held accountable. This is a very good point, I should have also included it on the post. Thank you so much, your input and views are highly valued
Thank you. I hate being negative, but the final result is positive. We all have to change. That is what being a Christian is. I die daily is what Paul said. So must we!
And dying to self is always uncomfortable but it’s necessary. And ii beleiev that when you speak the truth, it’s not being negative. Its another way to help someone so that they can be their worngs and change to be better disciples. Thank you so much👏👏👏
I just don’t ever want to lose my friendship with you. You are so special to me. Thank you for being you!🥰🥰🥰😌🌺🌺🌺
I love you so much❤
I love you too!💕
I have a friend who to use their definition of it gives cash talk which is their version of brutal honesty, while they do come from a right place their words are usually to the point of brashness that instead of helping they usually alienate and they laugh it off and say truth hurts but that doesnt mean we cant be delicate;
things we can not talk back… Words, after they have been said
~B
Absolutely true
Some people are who can’t address issues properly even if they come from the right place. Like you said, instead of helping, they just laugh it off.