“Anger, expressed in words, is frequently the first step toward violence.”

A thought by Zig Ziglar (2003-01-01) from his book, Zig Ziglar's Life Lifters (p. 37). B&H Publishing. Kindle Edition. (Click on the title to go to Amazon.com to buy the book.)

Our words are so powerful for good or for bad.

Zig says, “Chances of getting results diminish if profanity is used in a demanding way. The subordinate might comply, but he or she will do it without any love or enthusiasm for the job. Conversely, if a person is respectfully asked in a voice that is authoritative, ‘We need this today because we have a deadline, and I'd appreciate it if you would get it done,’ not only will the job get done, but it will get done with care and respect.”

He goes on, “On the social side of the ledger, how many women marry men because they use foul language? How many men would be attracted to women who use language that is offensive to a high percentage of the population? Research indicates that violence, especially in the home but also on the road and at least periodically in the marketplace, starts with filthy, violent language. All of us can remember occasions when someone brought up a subject and we said, ‘Don't get me started talking about that because the more I talk about it, the madder I get!’ Anger, expressed in words, is frequently the first step toward violence.”

He then says, “Considering all of this, I hope the ladies will abandon their project of trying to be ‘like a man’ by talking like one. Ladies, you are far more effective and more persuasive when you are a strong, determined woman whose vocabulary is extensive enough that you can express yourself without the use of profane, violent language.”

Our words are so powerful. They are and as Zig says, “They can make you or break you.”

So are your words making or breaking you?

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