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Harnessing the Power of Words: Shaping Reality, Positivity, and Transformation

  • Writer: Jasmine Saini
    Jasmine Saini
  • Jun 6, 2021
  • 3 min read

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Our words possess an incredible, often underestimated power. They have the ability to shape the world we envision or to bring about its destruction. They can instill courage in others or crush their spirits. Therefore, it is crucial to choose our words wisely.


Living in society, we have become accustomed to discussing our misfortunes and problems. However, by doing so, we inadvertently give life to these negative experiences. When we repeatedly express these thoughts aloud, they not only become ingrained in our own minds but also in the minds of those who hear them.


It is important to ask ourselves whether we truly want to perpetuate beliefs that we are unlucky, unsuccessful, miserable, or bored. Now that we understand the power of our words, we should consciously choose our language. We should avoid using negative, disempowering words that hinder our ability to manifest the life we desire.


The next time we catch ourselves about to utter negative words, we must regain control and reframe our statements to have a more positive impact on our world. For example, instead of saying, 'I am unhealthy and overweight,' we can transform it into a constructive affirmation such as, 'I am in the process of becoming healthier, and each day I am getting closer to my ideal weight.'


Our words serve as the paintbrushes with which we create our reality. By selecting our words wisely and embracing positivity, we can shape a reality that aligns with our desires."


"Masaru Emoto, a Japanese scientist, conducted intriguing experiments in the 1990s that demonstrated the influence of words on energy. In one experiment, Emoto placed cooked white rice in two separate mason jars, labeling one jar 'Thank You' and the other 'You Fool.' The jars were kept in a classroom, and students were instructed to speak the corresponding words to the jars twice a day. After 30 days, the rice in the jar subjected to insults had deteriorated into a black, gelatinous mass, while the rice in the jar receiving gratitude remained white and fluffy. Emoto's books delve into this powerful demonstration of the impact of words.


We often underestimate the weight of our words, casually uttering phrases like 'I hate my hair,' 'I'm so stupid,' or 'I'm such a klutz.' However, we fail to recognize that these words introduce negative energy into our vibration and affect us physically. Since sound vibration travels through water significantly faster than through open air, considering that our bodies consist of over 70% water, it becomes apparent how quickly the vibration from negative words resonates within our cells.


Many of us have developed a habit of repeatedly using negative words without realizing their influence. The more we hear, read, or speak a word or phrase, the more power it holds over us. Our brains rely on repetition to learn and make sense of the world, seeking patterns and consistency. This is why, even after being burned a few times, we understand that fire is always hot. While we might not remember the exact end date of the Civil War, we likely recall the result of repeating multiplication tables—8 x 9 equals 72—because it has been drilled into our consciousness. We've all experienced having a song stuck in our heads, unable to shake off the melody. Repetition is a potent tool for imprinting information in our minds.


This becomes concerning when we consider the Illusion of Truth Effect, which asserts that statements we encounter frequently are perceived as more valid than those we encounter sporadically. Remarkably, the validity of the information is unrelated to its truthfulness. The frequency of exposure is the determining factor. Research from the University of California at Santa Barbara reveals that a weak message repeated twice holds more validity than a strong message heard only once. Even a single repetition has the power to change our minds. The same principle applies to images, which concentrate thoughts and ideas into visual form. Repetition heightens our mental validation of anything we encounter, making it an effective tool in political propaganda.


 
 
 

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