Shaping Our Experiences with Our Words
The other day, I sat by the fire, journal in hand, staring at a blank page. The flames offered comfort, but my thoughts were restless with a question: How could I have created so much this year and yet not this one thing that I said mattered so much?
As I reflected, I realized I had been approaching it the wrong way. My focus had been on outcomes and fears rather than on the words and energy that had fueled all the areas of my life going so well.
Words as Blueprints
Each word we speak is a blueprint, an essential part of building the structure of our lives. Words are more than mere expressions; they are energy that becomes creation. They hold the power of plans, beliefs, feelings, intentions, and declarations rolled into one.
Whether conscious or unconscious, the words we use reveal the will behind them. Words are like seeds–if we plant fear or doubt, that’s what grows. But if we plant compassion and gratitude, that’s what will flourish, rippling out in ways that endure.
I thought back to the words I had been using in my internal dialogue: Why isn’t this working? What’s wrong with me? What is missing? Those words weren’t just observations. They were declarations, vibrating with doubt and reinforcing limitation.
The Energy of Words
When I shifted my words, the energy shifted too. Instead of focusing on what wasn’t working, I began asking:
- What am I learning from this?
- What does my heart really want?
- What serves the greater good?
The change was palpable. I found more energy, will, and clarity. Doors that seemed closed began to open, and curiosity replaced frustration.
The Ripple Effect
Words aren’t just tools for inner transformation; they ripple outward, shaping our relationships and interactions. Reflecting on the past year, I recall moments when I healed old wounds, made new friends, and supported strangers.
These moments reminded me of the dual nature of words: they can create bonds or barriers, inspire or deflate, heal or harm.
Choosing Our Words
This holiday season, as we gather with loved ones and reflect on the year behind us, let’s consider the power of the words we use:
- Are they intentional?
- Do they reflect what we truly want to create?
- Are they energizing?
- Do they uplift and inspire?
- Are they congruent?
- Do they align with our actions and values?
And as we reflect on our growth and movement, let’s speak kindly and compassionately to ourselves, honoring all parts within us.
A New Beginning
As the year turns, I invite you to pause and listen to your words. Notice how they shape your feelings, relationships, and experiences. Are they creating the world you want to live in?
Let’s enter this season with intention, using our words to build connections, nurture gratitude, and align with our deepest truths. Because in the end, every word we speak is more than sound—it is creation itself.
What story will your words create this season?
Additional Resources
The Power of Words, Purple Feather
The life-changing power of words: Kristin Rivas at TEDxRainier
You are Magnificent, The Curious Voyage to Authenticity, Cynthia Schwartzberg
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