Rash language cuts and maims, but there is healing in the words of the wise.
- Proverbs 12:18 (MSG)
“Sticks and stone may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.”
Most of us were taught that verse as children, but honestly there is nothing farther from the truth.
As I have grown older, I have learned that many words are bullying and emotional abuse, and they leave wounds that run deep, scars that sometimes never heal.
In today’s world, it seems that everyone is out for a quick laugh, resulting in social media posts and embarrassing scenarios that never go away.
Even worse, there are people out there who stalk social media and then trash good people just because they can.
We are supposed to use our words wisely, and to heal, not to hurt.
Instead of looking for the inconsistencies in other people’s lives, start to notice the strengths.
Tell people when you think they look good or did a great presentation.
When what we notice is turned into words, we can encourage others in ways that few people do.
An occasional jab is fun, but we should strive to be known more for the way we build others up instead of tearing them down.
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