The Power of Words August 17, 2007

Its funny but the Bible talks about how God created the Universe by simply “speaking” it to being. Believe it or not…words CAN have the Power to Build and conversely, the Power to Destroy!

I have heard of research showing Plants Flourishing and Growing Bountifully, when “Beautiful Words” are spoken to it on a Regular Basis, and the opposite is true. Not surprisingly, this works for humans too.

Words are so Powerful that it can resonate within us for many years. I for one, can still vividly remember the times when I was made to feel small…by words. Do you recall a time like this, when you were “let down” by harsh words spoken to you?

We ALL need to hear words of encouragement, motivation, joy, peace, comfort, love and other genuine words that lift our soul. And as often as we like to hear (and receive) such words, we must be reminded that it is also our duty to speak (and give) these “words of Life” to others.  

Are you ready to begin speaking powerful words to people around you? If yes, then think of 5 people today and take a moment to ponder what you would say…Just take 1 minute (each person) and begin to speak these Living Words into their hearts and lives…you will be amazed by the Power of Words…the power that will make a difference in their life today.

“Begin each day with a Powerful Thought, End each day with a Poweful Word” – LCM

Be Quiet… August 8, 2007

It has certainly been a while since I wrote a blog for this site…funny how i just did not feel like writing. Have you ever felt that way before?

Of course this was coupled with the fact that I was between jobs and (thank God) finally landing myself with a great opportunity which also beckons to become the toughest job of my career. Perhaps I will share more about what I have learnt though this journey…in days to come.

But for today, I would like to just share how we can be in Touch with ourselves. In today’s fast-paced microwave society, this is practically unheard of (sometimes unwanted, undesired). We are all bent on following the grooves (& influences) of this world, may it be at Work, Play and even Relationships. And sometimes, we are simply lost in between what others will say (think) of us vs. our own drive towards a certain decision.

Are you ready for a Change? Yes? Then firstly, take a step back. Think about what is important in your life right at this moment. Evaluate the decisions and priorities that are before you. After all that, simply be QUIET (…ssshhhh…you can almost hear a pin drop). Take a moment (an hour, a day, a week) to simply just Focus Inward to your Inner Person. A few practical ways to be Quiet; fix a time / date with yourself, get away for the weekend (and just do nothing), go for long walks alone, find a relaxing spot to simply sit and rest, etc.

You will soon discover that after this “moment of being Quiet”…you will find “yourself” again. You will also be (more) at Peace with yourself and with the environment around you. 

Try it today…I am confident you will come out…Refreshed, Renewed and Revived again.