Have you ever thought about what you say before you say it? Have you experienced that moment when you say something and it is completely misunderstood? Our words have such an impact on others and often I feel we do not even know what they can do to someone. Our lives are greatly impacted by the words which are used and have been spoken to us.
It is sometimes surprising how we can cripple someone with insecurity just because of our word choice. Maybe you think you are not that powerful, however, our words can be. It is incredibly important for us to choose our words wisely. Have you hear that statement before? There is so much truth to it. We have all been wounded by words, by what someone else says. You can also have that same impact whether you realize it or not.
I recall once in high school a group of gals I was hanging out with were making plans to go do something fun. I made the comment, "Can I come?" the response was striking:
"It isn't polite to invite yourself along"
To this very day I do not invite myself along. Even if it is someone I find and hold near and dear to my heart. I have been told endlessly, "It is OKAY to invite yourself along" "We want you to come with" "Why didn't you say something we would have loved to have you come with us"
Yet, being told so directly to where I was embarrassed and it was made clear I was not wanted to go with this group of girls, it continues to effect me in my adult life.
You may not think what you say can influence another. I am here to remind you that yes, it certainly can. Try your best to speak kindly to others. Speak with love in your heart. Follow an important guideline your Mother taught you, "If you have nothing nice to say, then do not say it at all".
Go in peace and kindness and let your heart help you determine the words in which will bring blessings upon others.
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