The Power of Words

Words and phrases Sentences and Paragraphs Quotation Marks Something to think about Words are power They can cut like a knife Or they can uplift Someone’s life Words are strong They have a meaning Whether the truth or a lie They can be convincing Choose your words carefully Is what mom always said Think before you speak Is what she embedded in your head Something you say Can change a person’s life You can make a wrong Turn into a right Speak from your heart Is what grandma taught But speak with dignity Because that’s what’s in me You can break a person down With the words you say You can even Brighten someone’s day Kill people with kindness Is what the old folks say to do Because it’s the best way Since people don’t expect that from you Negative output Gives a negative return So keep it positive It’ll help others learn That positive words May change the course Make people think Instead of making things worse Words can be a blessing They can also be tragic They can inspire Or trick you, like magic Use them wisely Speaking things timely Gathering careful thoughts Before criticizing faults So the next time you speak Stay on a positive road Because the tongue releases The Power of Words