Your words matter. Many years ago when I told a friend about my love for writing, he introduced me to the series of audio lectures by Michael Drout. A Way With Words by Michael Drout I listened to these audiobooks for hours taking copious notes. I wanted to learn how to write better, how to…
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Do you ever say what you mean?
Photo Credit: Jaskirat Singh Bawa via Compfight My former boss was celebrating his 40th wedding anniversary a few months ago and I asked him what was the secret of staying together for so long. And he said “Communication.” “Of course, communication is important” I thought to myself disappointed because I was expecting something more profound,…
(36) Stop cussin’ yourself – Beat Loneliness | 57 Ways
THIRTY-SIX. (57 Ways to Beat Loneliness & Depression) Stop Cussin’ Yourself Our tongues are very powerful! When I was younger, my older brother and I would get into fist fights. Since he was bigger and stronger than I was, I would have to result to using my words: “You’re so stupid, you’re the stupidest idiot…
It stinks, but does it suck?
“That sucks!” “It sucks when I…” We use these kinds of statements often…and I must admit, I have used it many times because.. well it would explain my feeling of frustration and disappointment. But I recently realized that the word “suck” actually came from a reference to oral sex! WHAT??! yes when I’m trying to…