Can I look now?
For Better or Worse
What I say, what you say, our words have an effect on others.
Almost daily, I am reminded to be conscious of what I say. I must not speak too quickly without thinking as I risk overreacting,
I have the power to make the situation better or worse.
I have heard it said that a single negative statement needs SIX positive statements to balance out the harm done.
The Power of Words,
can be destructive. How many times when I was younger I know I reacted very poorly to what were minor situations in the big perspective.
Looking back I regret I did not respond more with the empathy for the person knowing now how I reacted would be remembered much longer than what sparked my reaction.
I imagine every parent learns this lesson as they gain perspective with age.
The Power of Words
is amazing. Looking back I can’t undo my past reactions, but I hope in the future my words will be for the better and not the worst, in every situation.
This lesson about what we say is important is illustrated in a speech by Mohammed Qahtani “The Power of Words”
In Mohammed’s speech he tells three short anecdotes in his eleven minute speech:
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about teaching his young son a lesson,
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why academics have a hard time warning us of the dangers of climate change,
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and how a single phone call ruined a friend’s life.
Mohammed’s speech has been enjoyed more than a million times, I hope you will enjoy it by clicking here.
Thank you for reading, and visiting my blog. Thank you for patience with me on the days like this when I am thinking out loud. – David
Life and Random Thinking 
Very enjoyable. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
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Awesome! I am glad you checked it out 👍
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What an awesome speech and blog post too. I loved the speech. A great message, funny and poignant. The bible say that ‘words have the power of life and death’. In Proverbs 18:21.
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Thanks 🙏❤️
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Definitely one has to mind ones words… We learn as we get older. 🌺 🌻
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I think you are right Kavitha, we do learn as we get older the value of the pause before speaking. ♥
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Very well said. The words once said can’t be taken back. We need to think twice before speaking and also thinking about how will this affect the other person. In our childhood, we never think of what to say and what not to and that’s the innocence. You always write by your heart, David! 😊 I enjoy reading your posts!
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You are kind and encouraging! Much appreciated. So true that there are no “do-overs” for words said in haste.
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Words. A blessing and a curse.
We all make verbal mistakes, but by being mindful, we can make a positive difference!
I loved this post, thank you 😊
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Hi. What you say is very true. And, unfortunately, it can be a difficult lesson to learn.
Neil Scheinin
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Difficult I agree. What are doing with your time these days? Are you home and laying low?
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Yeah, for the most part. I’ve been going out once or twice each day for walks, food shopping, etc.
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A reminder that we all need to think before we speak. Thank you.
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Thank you for sharing this wonderful video with us.🙏🏻 Plenty of food for thoughts 💭
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nice to hear from you, take care.
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That was really interesting, Dave. I can see why he won. Those two short words, “I’m busy” changes a life. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you for checking out the video George.
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What a great share Dave. Thanks. Maya Angelo said people won’t remember what you said but they will remember how you made them feel. But it’s the words that precede the feelings, isn’t it? Sometimes, I need daily reminders of this. Today it came from your blog!
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Dear Ilona, I am so appreciative of your encouragement. Words can cut or nourish and that’s the danger and the opportunity in life. Maya was a smart person and that is a quote that I try to be guided by. 🤗
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Dear David, your heart is good. 🌻
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