Morning Inspiration
We’ve been taught that sticks and stones may break our bones, but words will never hurt us. I disagree. Words can be incredibly powerful, - especially the words we use when talking to ourselves. Begin to carefully listen; what are you telling yourself about your dreams, your goals, your hopes and the challenges you face? And as you listen, ask yourself if you need a re-write that is more positive, hopeful and encouraging.
Words are so incredibly powerful, especially when we allow them to be. I had to totally “unlearn” that idiom of “sticks & stones May break our bones, but words will never hurt me.” Because the words Did Hurt. I also discovered that quite often, the person who said “those hurtful words” knew they would hurt. I did say “quite often” because it wasn’t “all the time.” Honestly, sometimes the person that said those words was me, and I didn’t mean them to be hurtful at all. 😢 But it was a definite “opening of the windows” when I found out that something that I said could hurt someone, based solely on their past experiences. ☮️ I learned so much from the students that I have taught. I am always grateful for everything they taught me. 🙏🏼☮️❤️
Thx for the reminder.