You are the most influential person you listen to all day. As you reflect upon what you just read, here is something for you to consider. What are you saying to yourself and others?
Words have power. As a tool, they can construct. As a weapon, they can destroy. They can plant seeds of inspiration and bear bountiful fruit. They can, also, sow seeds of doubt and leave one barren.
King Solomon, noted as the wisest man who ever lived, wrote, “The power of life and death are in your tongue.” These words of wisdom challenge you to think twice before you speak. You can enhance your life by enhancing your words.
When encountering difficult situations, you can refrain from the negative by bringing the intensity down. Instead of saying, “Today was a horrible day,” you might say, “Today was an interesting day.” Here’s one of my personal favorites. Rather than saying, “They just frustrate me so much!” you can say, “They truly fascinate me.”
In positive moments you may want to take your expression up a couple of notches. Instead of saying, “Today was ok,” you may want to say, “Today was outstanding!” Instead of saying, “I am determined,” you may want to phrase it with more umph. For example, you could say, “I am unstoppable!”
By transforming your vocabulary, you also transform your day and your life! Your choice to do so will not only influence you but others as well. Keep in mind, whatever you label your experience becomes your experience. Your day may have been challenging and extremely stressful. However, I encourage you to find the gold in each challenge and allow that to define and describe the outcome of your day. When you reflect upon it, you will see good and remember that.
Through your words you can create the atmosphere you desire, and others will be inspired! They will want to be where you are and emulate who you are. So, be a positive example that others can follow. Imagine what kind of day you want, and then create it, just by saying it is so!
Great things are happening. Shine bright. It’s a good time to be you!
Peace and Joy,
Coach Angela