3.22.25: Words Matter

Words matter. The ones we use—or don’t use—have a huge impact on how our message is conveyed and, more importantly, how it’s perceived. A single word can change the tone of a conversation, shift someone’s perspective, or spark an entirely different reaction. It’s wild how something so simple can carry so much weight. Say the right thing, and you connect; say the wrong thing, and you risk being misunderstood. Even silence speaks volumes. I think about that a lot—how choosing words carefully isn’t just about sounding good, but about making sure what you mean is what people actually hear.