There is Power in Words
Is there a particular person that tends to get under your skin or that most frequently makes you mad? It’s likely your spouse, but could also be another family member or a co-worker.
Would you like a simple step to help the situation? It can help you not react as quickly and might even help the other person not be so irritating. Are you interested?
It’s simple. Speak well of the other person in public. Don’t say anything negative against him or her. Instead, make a habit of saying positive things as you talk about the person. (I know it might be hard, but if you try, you can find something.) Affirm him to his face and when talking about him to others, especially if he can hear—but be sincere.
Two things will happen if you regularly affirm the person publicly with genuine remarks.
First, your opinion will be influenced by your words, and you will begin to think better of the person. Consequently, you won’t be as easily irritated.
Second, the person will be influenced by your words. As you praise an attribute, you will get more of it. He or she will begin to live up to your praise.
It’s a new year, the time of resolutions. What could it hurt to give it a try for a few months? Give it time and watch what happens. Remember, you need to hold in the negative. If you slip and say something negative, before the day is over, make two positive comments to make up for it—or before the conversation is over if it will fit.
If you can’t think of something positive to say, ask God to help you. He loves that person in spite of their flaws.
I’d like to hear what happens. Share your story with me..
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