Many people today don’t realize the power of spoken (or written) words.  But think about it…God spoke the world into existence. The Bible says that “the power of life and death are in the tongue, and they that indulge in it shall eat the fruit thereof” meaning that our words will bring life or death (negative or positive) into our lives.
 
It also says that “as a man think in his heart so he is” giving evidence that there is even power in thoughts which are merely unspoken words. 
 
Genesis says that God’s word will not return void but will accomplish what He intended (paraphrased). The same is true for us! I believe we co-create our life with God through our thoughts, words, actions and attitudes.
 
One of my all-time favorite ministers of God’s word, Joyce Meyer, made a statement one day that changed my life and challenged my way of thinking. She said, “hurling words of judgment is equivalent to stoning in the Old Testament.” 
 
WOW what a concept! We’ve all heard the old saying about sticks and stones, but I think we all know the truth about that one. Words can cut. Worse than any stick or stone can bruise flesh, hurtful words can cut hearts and bruise souls. Even via the Internet love, gentleness, kindness and patience or anger and sarcasm can be shown in our choice of words and tone of emails and messages. 
 
So how can we change the circumstances in our lives with our words?
 
First, we must become aware of our thoughts. Most of the thoughts we think then speak aloud are based on generations of opinions we’ve been programmed to believe since the moment of conception. Perhaps even longer if you look at how the elders in your life think, speak and act. Once you catch the negative, unkind or unhealthy thought, switch it in your mind then speak aloud what you want to believe, think and feel.
 
Next, pay attention to the conversations going on around you and do not participate in those that aren’t positive, compassionate or uplifting. When possible, change the subject and if you can’t, simply excuse yourself.
 
Life is a mirror and people reflect to us something within us that needs to be healed and transmuted or show us where we’ve grown and changed. This doesn’t mean to be prideful or boastful when you find you’ve changed a negative thinking/speaking habit LOL!
 
Thirdly, one of the best and easiest ways to change your negative thoughts/words is gratitude. Find something positive, something to be grateful for in every circumstance, situation and relationship. Focus and build on that and see what happens.
 
As human beings we have the ability to speak good (life) or bad (death) into our lives and circumstances and to call those things that be not as though they are. Even our health! The next time you start complaining about your body, remember this: Every cell in your body is a living organism. They hear what you say and go forth to create your reality out of and around those words.                                                                                                                                                          
If you’re constantly ‘hating’ on something, that thing will never change!
 
So, let us think about what we say, either in person or in the written word and may we always remember; pleasing words are like honeycomb, sweetness to the taste and health to the body for both the speaker and the recipient of words. (Prov.16:24)
 
Something to think about...
PamT
"Coaching in Pj's" ™
“Inspirational with an Edge!” ™
 
This article is expanded from my YouTube video found HERE.

As an Author, Life and  Journal Therapy Coach, I know the power of writing things down.
 
Is there a habit or mindset you'd like to break, change or implement? Write it down.
 
Do you have a list of things you'd like to accomplish or manifest? Write them down. 
 
Studies have shown that by writing your dreams, goals and aspirations your chance of achieving them increases by 40%. Reviewing them often concretes them into your subconscious mind and, according to Dr. Joe Dispenza, “whatever links in the brain, sinks in the brain.”
 
This means that precious gray matter immediately starts to scan your memory for experiences and examples of previous accomplishments, look for opportunities to aid you in your quest and creates new neural pathways that override existing programming, thereby drowning out that incessant voice in your head that says, “you can’t,” OR “you’re not good enough,” OR whatever it drones on and on about to stop you from living the happy, successful, fulfilled life you desire.
 
Take this a step further and flesh out your ideas. Using all your senses, describe in detail what it is you desire and put this in an area you can see (refrigerator or vision board) and review it daily - several times a day and with as much sensory detail as possible… How do you feel once you’ve accomplished something on your list? Where are you? Who are you with? What do you hear? Are you celebrating? Who’s there? What are you wearing, drinking, eating? Let your imagination run wild! The brain and body do not know if you are actually experiencing the scenario or if you’re creating it from thought alone.
 
Want to make your chances of accomplishing everything on your list more probable? Share your goals, dreams and aspirations with a friend. This creates accountability and increases your chance of success by 76%! Make sure this is someone who is in your corner and will not, with all good intentions, discourage or sabotage you.
 
Think I’m full of bull?
 
A study by Michigan State University showed that 76% of participants who wrote down their goals and action plans and shared them weekly achieved and/or accomplished what they set out to do. Read the entire article HERE.
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Something to think about...
PamT
"Coaching in Pj's" ™
“Inspirational with an Edge!” ™
 
For more information on the benefits of recording things you're grateful for, check out Thank and Grow Rich by Pam Grout and The Gratitude Jar by Josie Robinson.

You can't "find" time to write or meditate or (fill in the blank), you have to MAKE time. 

I know, I know, easier said than done. But is it?

Let’s think about this for a moment...

Everything in life is 90% perception and any change you want to make in yours usually requires a change in mindset first. So, remember, Time is an Illusion when complaining about your inability to set aside a few minutes a day or hours a week to pursue your passion or practice self-care.
 
Man created the clock, and we all have the same number of minutes/hours in a day. People who manage their time and spend it wisely do great things for themselves, their family, the community and, sometimes, humanity as a whole. “Not having time,” is one of the easiest excuses to fall back on when starting a pet project or implementing a new habit or anything else that will expand you. The mind does not like this, it would rather you stay stuck in your rut or in your safe zones.
 
So, what can you do?
 
First determine how bad you want it (whatever ‘it’ is).
 
Second, recognize when “something comes up” to prevent your scheduled time for yourself and be aware if that is really something urgent or important, or if it is simply procrastination brought on by fear.
 
Now that you’ve set your mind on your goal(s), here are some tips and tricks to making time in your schedule to accomplish it/them.

• For a week or two, keep track of your time the way you would your money when planning a budget. Be honest with yourself about your schedule.
• See if there are opportunities to combine activities in order to free up some time in your day or week. EX: Get your oil changed while eating lunch or while getting your hair cut or picking up a few non-perishables or shopping for gifts or clothes or whatever.
• Cut TV time or Telephone time.
• Be aware of time thieves like social media.
• See if you have time you can work on your project while waiting in a Dr.’s office or some place similar.

Find out where you can schedule 10-15 minutes and allocate those to your passion project, new business, or health goals. This may not sound like much but despise not small beginnings. Trust me, when you commit to those 10-15 minutes and stick with it, you'll discover they often evolve into 30 minutes or more. 

Something to think about!
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