Words Have Power
“The pen is mightier than the sword.” This is a saying that we get to hear in our lives. There is depth in this statement because when you consider and think about it ‘words’ have the power to make the world a better place without the shed of blood, rather than violence, terrorism and brutality. The point of writing this story is not to talk about violence or guns, but about the potential that words hold in making a better world. A better future. We can use words for the better or the worst. From what I have seen and heard in the society there are many instances where people when speaking are oblivious of what comes out of their mouths and of what sort of impact it could hold on the listener or the listeners.
Think about the times when you lashed out at someone out of fury and hastiness and of what kind of impact it left on that relationship. Any relationship serious or not is a relationship that held somewhat of importance to your lives and a word or two said out of anger could sometimes leave a wound that will never heal. Sometimes it could alter the whole potential of the relationship. A simple sentence said as a challenge could cause damages mentally and physically. Think about the times when there are fights at schools or even on the streets. A simple statement said as a challenge could be the cause to start a fight that could cause damage to property and even cause casualties sometimes. A simple catcalling to a lady could leave a sense of insecurity and vulnerability on that person; This has been so normalized and even taken as a joke in the present, but unfortunately, there are times where this could lead to cause unhealthy mental health issues for some women. Think about the times when someone has said something out of their ego where it could leave a feeling of disgust and discomfort, sometimes even a sense of unhappiness and self-pity in the minds of the listeners.
Likewise, a simple “Thank you” shows character and your understanding of what it means to appreciate a fellow human being for what they have done for you. A simple Thank You could make you a role model to the people around. It may be just two words, but let me tell you that these two words alone can make a person feel great about themselves, which is something that can change lives. A simple “I am sorry” means a lot to a person who has been oppressed by many things. It would mean even more if you are the one who did the wrong thing and you are the one apologizing. What I mean by “It would mean a lot” is that at a time where one is neglected, oppressed and bullied by another the first thing the victim feels is anger, then sadness and then self-pity when he or she feels there is nothing to put a full stop to it, which most often leads to those victims selecting dark paths such self-harm and suicide. At such a time a simple “I am sorry” coming out of the person who victimized him or her, it would mean they will no longer have to feel self-pity and have to be more forgiving. A simple “Are you okay? “and just being there to listen to another person who is struggling with life or even with a simple problem would help the person in trouble more than you can imagine because when considering all the things the suppression of feelings or not being able to say what they feel to the outside is something that drives towards suicide and mental health instability. If you are there for another person when they need you the most you are not just helping them, you are saving a life. An invaluable human being. A simple “I love you” Not just to your significant other but to your parents, siblings, other family members, to your friends, even your pets could make them see how much valuable they are to you.
As humans, we have a way of regretting things that we couldn’t do after we lose someone or something. So don’t wait till you learn this lesson the hard way. Say “I love You” before it’s too late. Ask how the people around you feel and help them become better rather than neglect or hate them. Say you are sorry before they choose the negative side. Say Thank You to show how grateful you are.
The thing what I have mentioned above is that none of the things is just ‘simple’ because all these words mean an impressive deal to the listener. Words can be used for either good or bad. It can be used to either love or to hate. Words hold the ultimate power of pushing someone towards their end or to pull them back from the dark path they have chosen. Regardless of gender, colour, race or religion, we all are human and words whether good or bad leaves its own mark. Keeping that in mind remember to use words only to spread joy, love and positivity.
