We Have The Power

The book of Proverbs says, “The power of life and death is in the tongue.” King Solomon knew the power of words, but he’s not the only one. “I am what I am and that’s all that I am.” One of my favorite cartoon characters, Popeye the sailor man, knew it too. “I am whatever you say I am. If I wasn’t, then why would I say I am” are lyrics from an Eminem song from years ago. Fictional or real, we can find those who’ve stumbled upon and harnessed the power of words.

You may wanna let that sink in for a minute, but I’ll keep going. We are the only creatures on our planet with this power. The ability to speak and communicate as we do. We possess the ability to change our station in life with this power. We can verbally reinforce and manifest those things we speak of. That’s true power.

You and I both possess immense power. The words we speak carry weight, yet we frequently constrain ourselves. We are virtually limitless. Mind your words! Mind your thoughts! Be unbridled with your power and wield it for the betterment of you and those around you.

Today, Wednesday, October 5, 2022, I am grateful that:

Pat sent over the information for Steve’s memorial service. It’s precisely 10 days from today and I’m relatively certain I’ll not attend. I’m missing my confidant and advisor, as are others. I’m probably missing his enthusiasm and laughter most of all.

Those close to Steve are keeping me informed about the situation. They all know I’m living out of the country, fulfilling my purpose, and more than one has reached out in an effort to let me know about one of my mentors.

I got a chance to send over some photos from a Christmas party a few years back. Probably our last major event together and it was good to see some familiar faces, including him and his wife. Fond memories remain even though my friend does not.

Are you aware of the power you possess?

Do you parse your words wisely?

Do you condition your mind with verbal affirmations of what you desire?

How many times has it worked in the past?

If you’ve never performed this exercise, do it for the next 90 days. One thing you desire and repeat it at least three times per day for the next 90 days.

Be Great. Be Grateful!!!

A hundred years ago, there one and a half billion people on earth. Now over 6 billion crowd, our fragile planet, even