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The spoken word is very powerful. Proverbs 18:21 tells us: “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” (English Standard Version). Wow! So with words you can bring life or kill.

This is something that is so easy to forget especially in the home where more stressful and difficult circumstances are likely to show up on a daily basis. But getting frustrated and lashing out with negative words will only make any situation worse.

Speaking out of frustration can destroy.
One thing I hate to hear at the supermarket is a parent speaking harsh or belittling words to their child. It hurts to hear it. How much more must it hurt that child that is receiving the lashing! I am sure you have heard this too.

I know that grocery buying time can sometimes be difficult with young children, but getting frustrated with them and speaking harsh words will not solve anything. In fact, speaking disrespectful words will cause your children not to respect you and then when they become teens (and even long before), you may wonder what hit you!

A little encouragement can go a long way
I know it can be difficult to guide a child with his homework for example, especially when he/she may have learning challenges. But I also KNOW they can rise to any challenge when they are encouraged.

I saw a tremendous change in one young lad after spending time with him telling him he can and even making him repeat positive words about himself. In less than a week he was able to conquer a learning area that was thought impossible for him.

So, when a child has difficulty with something, especially a school subject, the first thing to do is to work with his/her mindset. You may even have to stop and work on your own mindset first.

Do YOU believe they are capable? You will have trouble encouraging them if you don’t!

Simple words of encouragement and affirmation can go a long way:

Please never do this!

Unfortunately this happens all too often. How many children are told they can never do something, or will never be good at a certain task? When they grow up, these negative words can be terrible obstacles as they try to reach their goals.

If you were told as a child that you could not do something, let me tell you now YES YOU CAN! You can do ANYTHING you set your mind to.

It is never too late to start speaking positive words to your children, to every member of your family, to your friends and to yourself. You CAN!

May All Your Relationships be Successful!

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