The Simple Words that Inspire Us, Ignite Us, and Unite Us

Monday, October 22, 2007 at 09:31am by David Askaripour in Life

What power we possess. What vast amount of influence we hold. What immense passion we can shine forth. Through our words, you see, we can make a significant change in someone’s day.

Some may think that words are inert, but they’re quite the opposite. Words instill ambition. Words break hearts. Words put smiles on our faces. Words embolden us. Words excite our creativity.

Ever have one of those bummer days when everything is falling apart? You know, the days when you just can’t seem to get rid of that black cloud above your head.

And then, all of a sudden, someone — maybe a relative, friend, or lover — says something so simple, yet so profound, that your entire mood turns from negative to positive. That black cloud evaporates and the warm rays of the sun shine through and brighten everything up.

Maybe it was an “I love you” or an “it’ll be okay” or “we learn from our mistakes” or even “never give up, you can do it.” Whatever they said, it helped lift you up and back on track with your project, business, or organization full speed ahead.

It reminded you that everything is going to be fine. It inspired you to push on no matter how hard things get. It picked you up when you fell. It motivated you to help others. It reignited your passion to fight for what you want.

As a creator — entrepreneur, artist, programmer, writer, poet, what have you — never forget about the power of words. Appreciate the people who have been there to tell you that one thing you needed to hear at that perfect moment.

And also be aware of the power of what you say — your words. Be skillful with your words. If someone needs motivation, think about words that can push them forward. If someone has fallen, think about words that can pick them up. If someone is lost and confused with their lives, think of words that can guide them back.

Ultimately, people must solves their own problems at the source — within themselves. However, we’ve been given the great ability of words to be used as sparks to ignite that inner torch in people who need to navigate the dark caves of confusion, despair, confusion, and lack of motivation.

Because we’ve all been there. We’ve all fallen and thought about not getting back up. We’ve all pondered the “what ifs” about what we are doing makes sense or not. And we’ve all weathered the internal storms of doubt, laziness, and stress.

So remember the effects of words. Remember their abilities to heal and destroy. Use them skillfully. We all have the ability of using words, but the ones who use them to build are truly making a difference in this world.

What words keep you going?

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