01-05-2013, 12:20 PM
"Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me" who ever came up with this was probably deaf. Words are weapons theres bullying, manipulation and lying (fabricated accusations). Many teens have killed themselves over words, women who have successfully left their abusive boyfriend or husband are still dealing with the emotional abuse because it takes a longer time to heal (same with men) Theres verbal abuse that can intimidate or scare anyone. I'm guilty of using words as a weapon toward people. If it's clever enough and/or mean enough it can be considered a bullet.
And I believe AJ put it best when it comes to the power of words that influence everything in our life. I think the reason why communication is important but doesn't deliver peace is because of what AJ explained. We use words for ourselves to get through the day in one peice. When it comes to peace in the world there are so many loud voices so many different opinions and facts that it all becomes static so peace won't come from communication.
And I believe AJ put it best when it comes to the power of words that influence everything in our life. I think the reason why communication is important but doesn't deliver peace is because of what AJ explained. We use words for ourselves to get through the day in one peice. When it comes to peace in the world there are so many loud voices so many different opinions and facts that it all becomes static so peace won't come from communication.