Prompt: Move
// Language is such a curious construct and is the
particular gift of humanity. Other creatures have methods of communicating
certain basic needs/commands, but only humans use complex language to
communicate deep thoughts and almost inexpressible emotions. Almost, but not
quite. Because words somehow have the power to capture the essence of our
existence and experience in truly magical ways. Ways that move us.
This gift of language is a powerful tool, a weapon even, to
bring real, substantial, measurable change. Astounding. Recently I’ve been
working through Proverbs with my children, discussing the power of words and
our need to be so very careful with them. In the midst of this I’ve almost
grown afraid of words myself, not wanting to misuse such a powerful force. “He
who holds his tongue is wise.”
But words are not only powerful for destructive purposes;
they are also powerful to bring life and healing. It is wise to be careful with
our words, to have the “safety” on, so to speak; but it is also wise to use
our words purposefully to build up, soothe, make peace, foster understanding
and unity, and to love.
This is how I want to use my words – to invest in those
around me, communicating my love, my acceptance of them in all their quirkiness
and uniqueness. To help them see, as others have helped me, the glorious beauty
of this world we inhabit and the source of all the beauty in the One who
created the cosmos. //
I am continuing on with my Write 31 Days theme of "31 Days to Slowing Down and Living More Simply" with reflections based on my reading of Emily P. Freeman's book Simply Tuesday and the prompts given at the FMFW page. My "Five Minute Free Write" portion will be enclosed with // and any extra thoughts will follow.
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