The Power Of Words

Posted on April 25, 2010 by Lori Taylor | CATEGORIES: Outrageous

If you think your words don’t matter, you’re wrong.

And it’s not just what you say to others, it’s what you are saying to yourself that sometimes hurts the most.

Check out this inspiring video which clearly illustrates the power of words.

What do you think? What’s the most powerful thing (good or bad) someone told you?

What do you tell yourself? Leave a comment or ask a question – I’d love to help.

  • http://resource2management.net mark galvan

    Great message…your words can make a difference.

    • http://www.lorirtaylor.com lori taylor

      Mark and yours made on in my life tonight – it’s nice to know you took the time to stop by – and be kind. Thank you.

  • Maria

    I was about to get tears in my eyes. What a beautiful way to make a statement.
    She gave him a positive meaning why people should help him. The way we choose our words indeed has an enormous power and impact on your lives.

    The most powerful someone said to me a few days ago was that they simply stated they missed me and the tone they said it in made me understand that I was important. Even though it was only these 2 words they kept echoing in my mind in a good sense.

    • http://www.lorirtaylor.com lori taylor

      Maria – Me too!! I loved that so much – and it’s so powerful when you think of the meaning we crave to place on everything. Choosing words is how you give others context or meaning to what you are conveying.

      It’s nice knowing others love you – when that happens to me and I feel a strong reaction like you did – I actually take it a step further and thank the universe for giving me that message to me – if that makes sense. Too many times we focus on needing these words from specific people – but if you open your heart to receiving what you are supposed to have – then you get so much more than your teeny tiny little mind could even ask for! Tomorrow – vibrate with gratitude for all those people in your life you are grateful and then pay close attention to the kindness paid to you by other people – random people. I’d love to know how it goes.

  • http://ChocolateFreedom.com Joann

    The most powerful words I’ve heard? “You can do this! Here, let me show you how.”!!! The first time I heard those words it was simply a pastor showing me how to sand a door (to get it ready to paint). I’m tearing up now remembering it & it happened over 15 years ago! Why so powerful? Because he believed in me (so much more than I did)!!! Thank you Pastor Pat…where ever you are!

    • http://www.lorirtaylor.com lori taylor

      Joann – I LOVE LOVE LOVE that – see that visceral response?? That means something. There is a part of you that needs to be remind you are worth it. And if you find yourself in situations void of any Pastor Pats – take a deep breath and remember you are worth it. Believe it with every fiber of your being – and when someone makes you feel like you are NOT – thank them for reminding you that you are! My new book teaches your external world is simply your alarm clock or wake up call for how you are feeling unconsciously about yourself. So any time a boss or co worker, sibling etc triggers a feeling of unworthiness? Thank them. Forgive yourself for forgetting how amazing you are – and then find gratitude for you or anything you can think of and find your way back to the greatness of YOU!

  • http://ghostwriterdad.com Sean

    “There is nothing you can’t do,” always works for me. :)

    But two of the most powerful phrases that have affected my life are:

    1) “Your vocabulary is too rich for children.” Said to me by a major NY publisher. Made me buy my first domain and start out online.

    2) “You’ll be a failure without my help.” Said to me by my high school guidance counselor (about five minutes before I left campus forever).

    • Janet

      There is no such thing as a vocabulary too rich for children. The publishers do that to many authors, even Jamie Lee Curtis was told the same thing. So, she wrote a children’s book about big words. My children were using big words before anyone could understand what they were saying. Now, they have a phenomenal vocabulary. Frankly, better than their teachers.

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    It is very interesting for me to read that article. Thank author for it. I like such topics and everything connected to this matter. I definitely want to read more soon.

  • Katie

    The most powerful that someone said to me recently was in a text message and it was my friend, he said, “I admire your dedication.” even though, I know that this was about volunteering at this event in my community yesterday, I really took it to heart applying it to everything that I have been doing lately, I feel like I have been dedicating myself to bettering myself and getting myself on a path to success in my life.

  • Amir

    Wow, that was simply beautiful.

  • Ash_1000

    wow – had a tiny tear in my eye :)

  • Ash_1000

    wow – had a tiny tear in my eye :)

  • Samaila Musa

    That was simply beautiful to see how that lady rephrased the same message a different way that touched the hearts of those passing by. I will love to learn how to package the information or message in a way that touches the human heart and promote change that will transform my society.

  • Naveed Jafar

    great message….. words can make a difference.

  • Naveed Jafar

    i just want to ask one question from you.
    how to make a creative mind….???

  • Danielle

    I am in awe and amazement right now, what that woman did was incredible.

  • Kisses Love_pink

    That’s an amazing message!! It’s so touching

  • Deb Cragan

    now that made me cry and i will remember my words. thanx

  • Dianemcgarr

    That was so beautifull , words can be so powerfull at times , when you use them right 

  • Shuklahitesh87

     nice !

  • Indresh

      it so touching  message how to  Change your word and take a great life   

  • http://profile.yahoo.com/DXS6HPCTP4LMO36LNZDOFSWUDQ Lany

    I love this video, thanks :)

  • Cat

    brought a tear to my eye, simply beautiful

  • Chakrikireeti K

    i am very thankful to you for making me realize the importance of words….

    but how does one realize how to speak in such an effective manner…

  • Virkbr

    Beautiful..there are many ways of looking at the same thing

  • Rahul

    gorgeous video it is best motivational video really ( words can make a difference )

  • Carolynn

    This is a wonderful message.  Sometimes not only the words we use but how our voice sounds when we use them.  Be kind to each other, we might not want to walk in their shoes. 

  • Needprayerjustask

    God created the foundation of the earth with his words. We are made in the likeness and image of him. Yes indeed. Words are powerful and we control our destiny from the outside and within from the words that we choose to use. So what ever is in a mans heart so is he. God Bless. Video made me cry and reflect thank you. How so many of us have our sight and cannot not see how beautiful it is.

  • http://www.oferta-rca.ro/ Adrian Pusca

     Very interesting video and subject. 

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1091326964 Michael Adams

    The most powerful words that have affected my life are : “I love you”

    Never haveI heard three more possibly uplifting yet potentially destructive words…

  • bala

    I am afraid I don’t see any link in the post.. New to PTB.. Need help..