The Power of Words - Visitor's Article

by Coach Ian Scott
(CHORLEY, Lancashire, United Kingdom)

Words - they have the power to make us happy or sad, laugh or cry, empower or immobilize, encourage or discourage. The power to produce such results through the use of words, is granted to all of us each and every day through either the written or spoken word!

Mankind has long known the influence that mere words can have upon other human beings. Words have been used to move people to follow a cause, whether for good or ill. The advertising world effectively uses words to evoke certain feelings that will cause people to purchase a particular product or service. Movie-goers are persuaded by film reviews as to whether they will see the latest blockbuster movie or not... and on the list could go.

One specific example of the power of words, is through reading and recalling favorite inspirational or motivational quotes uttered or written by Biblical or historical figures across history.

Why do we enjoy reading or using quotes in speeches and other situations so much?

The answer to that question is probably different for each person that would volunteer an answer. But part of the answer for all, is that, we find in the words of the quotes we use, a meaning that we at the time just can't seem to articulate, but find some connection with on a deeper level.

For professional speakers and authors, the use of quotes are often used to either reinforce a point, or as a teaching technique, or to inspire and motivate their audience in some way.

Others who use quotes, often employ them as a means of gaining a fresh perspective on a life issue, or as a source of encouragement in moments of gloom.

Whatever the reason we have for using quotes, they are a time tested source of insight and wisdom, a resource that the world never seems to tire of.


About the Author
Coach Ian Scott has recently released a new quotations book at Amazon.com. Quotes to Inspire & Motivate (Volume 1), provides 320 inspirational and motivational quotes by Biblical and historical figures, designed to lift your spirits and give you direction and perspective during your work-a-day life!