Words that is! Is there something you have said that you wish you didn’t or you could just take back. I’m sure we all have uttered a few things we later regret.
Taking them back once they are out there can be very difficult if not impossible.
Especially the written word. That’s the problem with words, they are very very powerful and they pack a punch. Hence the expression, “choose your words carefully.” Honestly, If I could take back anything it wouldn’t actually be the words I’ve said to someone. I have said a few things in my day that I probalby shouldn’t have, but no regrets. For me its more about the the time I’ve wasted saying them. I’ve learned through a great deal of aggrevation that sometimes you just have to get off your position!
It’s not that important to prove your point. As long as you feel convicted in your beliefs, then why waste your breath? Use those precious minutes for something else. I know sometimes you have to be breathy and make a point, as others will benefit from your words of wisdom. But, and I quote from a wonderfully insightful friend, ” Your friends don’t need it and your enemies won’t believe it.” I know you don’t actually have enemies or at least I hope you don’t , but you get it, right? Save your energy and your words for things that matter. Moving forward say what you mean and mean what you say. Once you’ve said it you can’t take it back. If it would make you feel better to take something back go to http://www.whatifbag.com and Bag it. It can be really liberating to just get it get it off your chest.
Words equal power, they make us laugh and cry, they enlighten and entertain, seduce and surprise. Choice them wisely. What if you could take something you’ve said back…what would it be. For m it’s time, and I can’t get that back. So, I’m going to spend my time and energy with words that really matter!
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