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Living And Breathing Through Words

Words are a gift. But they can also be deadly.

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There isn’t a synonym for "word" but if there was, it wouldn’t be as powerful.

It’s incredible to comprehend the power one, single, word possesses. One word can heal a broken wound and one word can burn the scar even more deeply.

Listening to the words in a song brings a flush of memories and the words concocted in a poem written by a loved one leaves us feeling all warm-and-fuzzy.

Words can create revolutionary movements and words can end wars.

Even though words fail to capture our sentiments at times, our last resort is the string of letters to communicate our thoughts and emotions.

Words can bring tears.

Words can generate laughter.

Words can create silence.

Words can trigger memories.

Words can make us smile.

Words can induce pain.

Positive affirmations are a great way to start the day because of the ability of words to shed light on our behavior and perception of the world around us.

Words are held hostage in a book until it’s open and each and every single word springs upon us, transporting us to a parallel universe. They open new networks of connections in our brain.

Words are a gift. But they can also be deadly. The power of words lies with the master.

Words portray our emotions and shape our daily lives. Each word that projects from our mouths creates an impact in the world, big or small.

We live and breathe through words.

“There is something about words. In expert hands, manipulated deftly, they take you prisoner. Wind themselves around your limbs like spider silk, and when you are so enthralled you cannot move, they pierce your skin, enter your blood, numb your thoughts. Inside you they work magic.”

Diane Setterfield captures the essence of words. Words expressed eloquently can spark imagination beyond the sky and words used carelessly can tarnish one’s reputation.

Choose your words wisely.

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