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[dropcap2 variation=”coffee”]S[/dropcap2]ticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.
Yeah, right.
The power of the tongue is incredible. Words are crucial, aren’t they? A thoughtful encouragement can make our week while malicious criticism or gossip can crush our hearts.
You’ve been on the receiving end of both. You know.
Pause for a moment. Whom will you encounter today? How might you use your words for their good? How can you affirm them? Decide now that you will. Plan it. In fact, the more you plan it, the more natural it will become.
Look around you. I mean really look. Notice the postures others. Become aware of the diverted eyes and the stooped shoulders. Pay attention to the facial expressions. Hearts are broken. People are hurting.
You can help. The souls you meet need your true, encouraging words today. It might make all the difference.
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