Effective Communication: The Power of Words

Communicating effectively can be a difficult thing to accomplish.  A lot of times, people use words incorrectly which causes a lot of hurt feeling.  We need to keep in mind that words can act as weapons as well as a form of communication.  The problem with using words as weapons is that it is difficult to treat the wounds of someone who is hurt by your words.  Being attacked by words can really change you forever.  It can cause you to stop believing in things and will definitely change your outlook on life. 
 
As humans, we live to hear the words that people say.  We base our ideals, our self judgements and our lives around the words that are spoken to us on a daily basis.  We cannot ignore what the meanings of the words spoken to us are saying.  It is words that have the power to change lives.  This can be done in two ways: the positive and the negative.
 
Words can affect you negatively.  This can be done when someone falsely accuses you of something.  It can be done when someone says something about you that is not so nice.  Once these things occur, it is very difficult to regain ones credibility.  Words said in a negative way can shatter your integrity.  It is this credibility and integrity that is difficulty to regain once it is lost. 
 
Think about the last time you said something horrible to someone.  Do you remember the look on their face?  Do you remember how you felt at the time?  Think about the last time someone said something terrible to you.  Do you remember how you felt?  Do you remember how it affected you for the rest of the day, week or even year?  Negative words affect everyone differently. 
 
Words can also affect you positively.  Used in the right way, the strong meaning of words will always be remembered.  This can be as simple as a “thank you” or an “I love you”.  This can be as complicated as the spirit rousing speech.  All you need to hear to have a good day is a few words.  It is the words of encouragement that will keep you going when the going gets tough. 
 
Every aspect of every relationship is based on words.  What you say and how you say it will have a profound effect on even the smallest child.  Words are the final act of communication.  It is what everyone remembers.  If you speak out of hate this is what is going to be remembered.  If you speak out of love and encouragement, this is what is remembered.  Words can really affect everyone in everything that they do.  So remember to stop and think before opening up your mouth to speak.

Abagaile Odalis is a family and relationship professional with 12 years of experience in this field. She has written two revolutionary books on how to Seduce Women and the other to Attract Men.

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