The Power of Words

Don’t underestimate the power of words. Words are nontangible things but can really affect you both positively and negatively. When used positively words can inspire, evoke emotions, and convince people to join you side; however, when used negatively it can put down, depress, and anger people.

A prime example of words used negatively is bullying. We always here that saying “sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.” This may be true physically but mentally and emotionally the words have the power to hurt you. Bullies use belittling, offensive, and mocking words to try and make you feel less than them and insecure. Words have the power to change your day in an instant because in just one mocking phrase your whole day could go bad. Words are very powerful things that should not be underestimated.

AS I mentioned before, words have the power to change your day in an instant but this could also make it for the better. An example of this is a compliment. If somebody goes out of their way to compliment you it makes you feel comfortable and confident. Compliments put you in a good mood and cause you to have a positive outlook on that day. Another prime example of using the power of words for good is in inspirational speeches. My favorite inspirational speeches are sport’s speeches because those are the ones I’m used to getting. Although the coach doesn’t say too much, the way he says the words and the emphasis he puts on certain words makes an effect that inspires you to play your best.  When used positively the power of words can inspire you and make you more confident which will always make anybody’s day.

Words are powerful things that can bring you down and pick you up, depress you and inspire you, and mock you and compliment you.  It is for this reason that the mastery of words can cause you to have a huge advantage in the world today.