A Thousand Words: Why What We Say Matters

It’s Jack here, like a friend who’s simply hoping to brighten your day.

Today, I want to share a thought that’s been dancing in my mind:  the power of words. Words are amazing, aren’t they? You see, words aren’t just sounds or symbols on a page. They are tiny vessels that can carry us to far-off lands, embrace us in warmth, or even leave us wounded. Words can build, heal, inspire, or… they can break, in ways more profound than we often realize.

In this fast-paced world, people seem to talk more than ever, yet it often feels like there’s less being said. So much of our speech has become a kind of white noise—words without meaning. Why does this happen? Perhaps it’s because we’ve stopped filling our words with true intent, kindness, and care. When words don’t come from a place of kindness or meaning, they just lose their magic. Even if they don’t hurt anyone, they end up being empty, just noise.

There’s an old proverb that I often think about:

“Still waters run deep,” and “Empty vessels make the most sound.”

Isn’t that so true? Sometimes, those who speak the least have the most to say, and those who shout the loudest often carry no thoughts.

But the darkest side of words is when they become weapons, leaving wounds that may never heal. I remember a wise teacher from my middle school days telling me something that still resonates deeply:

"The wounds of a knife can heal, but the wounds made by words often do not."

I didn’t fully understand it back then, but as I’ve grown, I’ve felt it in both directions. I’ve seen how words can hurt—when they’ve been used against me, and even when I’ve used them carelessly myself.

Yet, there’s another side to words, a gentler, brighter one. Words of kindness have a magic all their own. A simple, sincere compliment—like telling someone, “You are beautiful,”—can light up a heart. But even kind words, if overused, can lose their power. When they become routine, they begin to lose the emotional spark that makes them special.

The first time you tell someone they are beautiful, the words hold a power that is ten times stronger than the tenth time. It’s not that the beauty of the person has faded—it’s just that the words lose their novelty and the surprise that makes them shine so brightly the first time around.

So, let’s treasure our words. Let’s use them wisely, like precious coins that can buy moments of joy, peace, and understanding. Let’s not scatter them carelessly, but offer them with meaning and heart.

“Your words are your treasure; do not scatter them without purpose.”

I hope these thoughts resonate with you, dear reader. May we always find meaning in the simplest things, like a well-chosen word or a heartfelt conversation.

Looking forward to the moments we’ll share ahead.

Sincerely your’s Jack with dreams, stories and a little bit of magic P.S. And speaking of words, if you’re up for a laugh about this topic, check out the movie “A Thousand Words”. It’s all about a guy who has to choose his words carefully—because, well, he only gets a thousand of them! Imagine that…