Words

They have the power like nothing else in this world. Words work, every time, even when they are not ‘meant to’. Words have an effect, every time, even when the intention is to stay away. Words are like magic, they change whatever they touch, and leave ripples where ever they are left. These ripples reach out to the far corners, and brings out the hidden secrets, the locked away desires, the shelved dreams and the forgotten hopes.

Use your words. Use them for kindness, so that friendship might spread. Use your words for love, so that passion might be found. Use your words for humour, so that laughter might echo. Use your words for compassion, so that tenderness might be felt. Use your words for politeness, so that friendship might be born. Use your words for understanding, so that respect might be earned. Use your words for thoughtfulness, so that value and worth might be acquired.

Words have ripples. They spread whatever they mean. Words are not just ‘said’ for the sake of saying, there is truth in every single letter. There is meaning in every tone, even when the intention might not be so. And when said, words come out like debutantes. And you cannot take them back. They cling to the air; they hold on the sun. They stay out there, even when it is dark. And it is then that words really start to be heard.

Darkness feeds words, like oxygen gives life to living beings. So, make sure your words make good ripples. Make sure your words build on to you and others. Make sure your words construct, and not destroy. Make sure your words make other smile with happiness. Make sure your words wipe away tears. Make sure your words fill voids. Make sure your words fall on others only to help them. Make sure your words take care of others. Make sure your words share laughter and tear. Make sure your words create smiles and wipe away tears. Make sure your words are magical and make miracles, and not bring chaos and tears.

Words have an effect. They encompass your world. They embrace your thoughts, and shape your emotions. Words bind you to others. They connect you to people you love. Words create bonds, that grow stronger with each letter. Words link you to others in ways that are incomparable. Words tie you with another, tightly enough to last a lifetime. Words are resilient to time; they take care of you. Words are heroes, they protect you. Words are not chains, they are not shackles. They do not keep you prisoners, but allow you to stay as guests in the world that they create.

A world where you find reasons, results, recognitions and consequences. A world where you find innermost thoughts. A world where you discover your core. A world where you realise what you want. A world where you explore who you are and find your true self.

Words will help you, every time, when you learn and know how to use them. So, make an effort, do not give up. Be patient, not stubborn. Be resilient, not susceptive. Be determined, not pusillanimous. Be forgiving, not resentful. Be lovely, not disagreeable. Be understanding, but not easy-going. Be present, not obsolete.

Most importantly, be kind with every word you use and every sound you make. Just be kind.

Words by Esma Bike Irmak Bostanci