Words

What is the power of words? I was thinking back on one of my favorite authors of all times. His name is Mitch Albom. He wrote some great books that made me want to write down a lot of his wisdom while still enjoying the story. As you know I love to write. So as I pondered on the impact of words I was reminded why I love to write.
Writing for me is like breathing. I see a blank screen, a blank page of paper, an empty notebook and I see opportunity and excitement. A blank page of paper is one of my favorite sites because I know that my words will be filling those pages. Even if a story isn't meant to be motivational, it can be great for other reasons. When I was growing up I loved to read. I was always reading. My brother, Preston, use to joke, "Haven't you read the whole library already?" I would grab ten books each time and read them all. I loved it. It was a way to escape sometime, to relax, to enjoy,. and to imagine I wanted to be able to give that to people. I wanted people to be able to find in my words what I've found in others.
It isn't just writing. It's everyday speaking. Words have such an impact on this society. It's with words that presidents are elected, that people find inspiration, that others are uplifted, or torn down. It's all about words.
Yet, how many times a day do we actually look at our vocabulary? I know I'm not one to listen to every word passing my lips and thinking, "What if I had said that a different way?" I don't. But I should. I should look at how I treat others, how what Is ay comes across to them. no One wants to hurt others, at least I hope not. The saying that, "Bricks and stones may break my bones but words will never harm me." It's not entirely true. I know plenty of people who would say words are the harshest things to break a soul. Maybe it's not bones, but a soul is something so miraculous, so precious, and special, breaking that is worse.
So as these authors that find their way into your heart and inspire, as well as these poeple who walk around every day and give hope and friendship, look up to them. Be one of those people. Help those around you and realize how importan this is. Our world is growing harder and darker everyday. It's beginning to get really scary. If we all extend kind words to one another of help and hope, how much better will the world revolving around you be? How much better for your kids, if they learn the importance of this now and those around them as well. They will be better off protected.
Just as much as words are for good, they can be for bad, even in story books. Be careful what you read, what you say, what you put into your mind. For as much hope and good words can do, there is much dismay and failing words that can enter. Approach carefully to these things. Be weary of what comes trailing out of your mouth and the way you say things. For how you say it is truly the do or die. People react different to everything, so just be careful and loving of those around you, and it will be returned. And go enjoy a good book. I have many favorite and there are many great stories out there, so many that it can be hard to choose jut one. But go enjoy and relax, fill the power of words.