JL KAH

Words Can Make, Words Can Break - Choose With Care



Posted: Wednesday, February 17, 2010

by JL KAH
http://www.jlkah.com

Words are powerful – whether spoken, written or those that we carry in our thoughts.

A late bloomer struggles with his school work.  His teachers call him stupid.  His friends call him names.  His parents give up hope on him.  His talents are stifled.  His dreams are buried.  The flower never gets to bloom.

A bubbly kid cannot come to terms with the sudden loss of his parents.  He feels his world falling apart.  The light in him fades.  The school counselor reaches out to him.  She consoles him.  She encourages him.  She gives him hope to carry on.

The sole bread owner in the family is asked to leave the company.  He is depressed.  He loses confidence.  He loses direction.  Until he picks up a book.  And the words in that book fuel him.  Power him.  And change him forever.

Can you recall the times when you are feeling low and how comforting the gentle words from your loved ones and friends bring?  Do you remember the times when you are pondering over life's purpose and how the words in books and articles inspire you and give you a sense of purpose and direction?

Words can bring hope.  Words can provide strength.  Words can heal.  Words can fuel.  Words can make a person's day.  Words can build relationships.  Words can build a person.  Words can move mountain.  Words can make a man rise up to power.  Words can bring peace to the world.  But words can also hurt.  Words can break a heart.  Words can kill dreams.  Words can kill hopes.  Words can stifle talents.  Words can lead people astray.  Words can cause enmity. Words can destroy.

So much being said of the power of words, what words would you choose?  Yes, go for words that make, build, inspire or heal.  Otherwise, it is better to leave things unsaid.


JL Kah has profound interest in the areas of self-improvement and motivation.  She enjoys traveling to different places and loves to share her thoughts and touch lives.  For a free download of her ebook - Great Principles, Rare Insights & Provoking Thoughts, do visit her blog at http://www.jlkah.com

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» left by JL KAH 2 years 68 days ago.
16 fans.
Hi Monica,
 
Thanks for taking the time to read my article.
 
I appreciate your warm remarks. Thanks.
» left by Lim
from Malaysia 2 years 67 days ago.
Agree with the articles.
» left by JL KAH 2 years 67 days ago.
16 fans.
Hello Lim,
 
Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts.
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