The Power of the Spoken Word

Author
Karla Solano

Words have the ability to transform lives in unimaginable ways and yet we continue to use them without regards as to how powerful they can be. Words expressed in a kind manner can make us smile, change the way we see the world or simply give us hope and courage. In contrast, when words are used in an aggressive way they can shatter us into pieces, leaving us very vulnerable, insecure and broken hearted.

Learning to observe the way we use the power of language can be very beneficial in shifting our lives into a more positive experience. Just taking the time to think before expressing ourselves verbally can make a big difference in the turn out of our daily events.

We can simply start out by using positive words when referring to ourselves; how many times do we go through our day using negative labels and unkind words sharper than a double edge sword? Think about it! There are many times you call yourself stupid when you can’t figure something out or get mad at yourself and curse for not making the right decisions, or when unsatisfied by what the reflection in the mirror shows you, you instantly call yourself fat, ugly and send out unworthy and demeaning words that with their sharp edge just keep cutting deeper and deeper into the thin layer of your emotional well being.

Realizing that we can only do more harm than good when we express angry, demeaning and derogatory words is of utmost importance in aligning ourselves with the rest of humanity. We are all connected and everything we do whether good or bad affects the people around us; just as a pebble thrown in a river creates ripples in the water, so do our words cause an effect of great magnitude and it is up to us to make sure that ripple effect is a positive and meaningful one.

We have a lot of power within us but we don’t realize how one small kind word can make a person blossom into a beautiful rose and by the same token a word expressed with hate can damage a person’s soul. Just by touching someone’s heart in a positive way we can make this world go round in a more peaceful, loving and unifying way.

I urge you to consider yourself and others before using the sacred gift of the spoken word. Use this gift to express beauty, courage, love and forgiveness and keep in mind that everything you say and do has the power to change lives and transform this world into a better place. So don’t waste this amazing power in useless expressions of damaging thoughts.

The power is within all of us and together we can change the way we interact with each other one kind word at a time.