The Power of Our Words

Our words can be so powerful. Not only do they effect those around us, but they have a powerful effect upon what we can achieve.

I've been spending more time really "listening" to the conversations that go on in my head. You know, when you either tell yourself, "I can do this. No problem." Or, when you tell yourself that it is impossible and that nothing but disaster looms on the horizon for you. Either way, it is a self-fulfilling prophecy. So, why not choose the positive.

When I start my day with positive affirmations and meditation I always have a better day. I feel more accomplished. So, why do I often forget to start my day off with this important step? I am making it my goal to NEVER forget to do this. It really makes all the difference in the world.

One of my most exciting accomplishments is that my son - usually Mr. Gloom & Doom - now believes in the power of positive talk, as well. I'd been talking to him about it off and on for a while because it is a very big issue for him. Recently he started a new school program and I stressed that he go in with a positive attitude. He did. After three days he had this to say:

"Wow Mom, you were right. Everything has been going my way. This positive talk is like having my own wizard. I wished I'd discovered it sooner. Now we've got to get Daddy to start using it."

Indeed. While I wasn't very hopeful of that at the time, I had a conversation with my DH recently. I mentioned that I noticed that he states everything in the negative. It's never, "I hope I have a good day." It's "I bet the whole system will shut down again today." Or, "I hope they don't lose power this time." But, it's not just about work. Everything is stated this way. "I hope it doesn't rain today." "They will probably be out of bread." And, of course, he is usually right.

He seemed sort of surprised about it. Like he never noticed that he does this. He thought for a few moments silently, though he didn't commit to anything. However, I noticed that the next day he say, "I hope we have a great day at work." And you know what? He did. :-)