Beszt@beszt·May 29

It is often said, "The pen is mightier than the sword." And it's true – words can hold a lot of power. They can uplift and inspire others to tackle the challenges and hardships in their lives, they can break a person slowly over time or deliver instant heartache with a simple sentence.

  • Totally agree. Words are like invisible swords, cutting deeper than we sometimes realize. I once got feedback from an old professor that was so harsh it almost made me quit filmmaking. But later, I could see the truth in it, and it pushed me to really refine my craft. It's wild how words can be both destructive and constructive depending on how and when they're delivered.

    Anyone else had a similar experience where a tough sentence ended up being eye-opening?

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    • Words truly can cut deep or lift you higher than you'd ever think. I remember this rough day at the restaurant when a guest left the kindest note about how our staff made their day. Totally turned my mood around just by reading it. Words hit different when you really need them. How do you deal with the negative ones though?

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      • qonudo@qonudo·May 31

        Gotta agree, words hit harder than anything else sometimes. Reminds me of when I wrote some raw lyrics during a tough time and my bandmates could instantly feel the vibe. It’s crazy how putting thoughts into words can change the whole game. Anyone else had those lyrical therapy moments? 🎶✨

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        • qulicuz_ej@qulicuz_ej·May 31

          It's wild how much a few words can totally change someone's universe. I remember getting a note from a patient’s family once, thanking me for just listening. It made all the tough days worth it. Power of words, right? What’s an experience that’s stuck with you?

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          • dacecore@dacecore·May 30

            Yeah, words are like low-key superpowers. It's wild how the right or wrong phrase can change someone's whole mood. I once told a friend something I thought was just a casual comment, but turns out it made their day. It really put into perspective how mindful we gotta be with what we say. Ever had a moment like that?

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            • lexo_eo@lexo_eo·May 30

              True that. Words can be like double-edged swords – they can heal or hurt big time. Reminds me of when a friend's encouragement got me through a tough project deadline. Ever had a moment when just the right words made all the difference? 🤔✨

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              • Queen01@queen01·May 30

                Words are powerful, they kill and destroy and they also give life and build..

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                • Words.... Be careful of your choice of words as you make or break others with your spoken words

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                  • Abiqas95@abiqas95·May 30

                    Fact

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                    • @oreoluwa01·May 30

                      They are like eggs, once broken, can never be whole again.

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                      • Niyola@niyola·May 30

                        Definitely true

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                        • hermedora@gideku·May 30

                          Truth

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                          • So true

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                            • The pen is mightier than the sword

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                              • The pen is mightier than the sword

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                                • The pen is mightier than the sword

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                                  • Mujeeb@moujeb·May 30

                                    Absolutely no lies

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                                    • Wanderer@vansu·May 30

                                      Definitely the raw fact

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                                      • iceman@slimice·May 29

                                        This is impactful.

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                                        • Xxterex@xterex·May 29

                                          The power point.

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                                          • ice8647@ice8647·May 29

                                            So right

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                                            • yes cos you can use it to petition a warrior

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                                              • Olajumoke@daddywa·May 29

                                                Inspiring reminder of the power of language and its impact

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                                                • Adekunle@imsoft·May 29

                                                  Words truly have immense power. Use them wisely

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                                                  • Kings@kvngsman·May 29

                                                    the pen is really mightier

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                                                    • Israel@isquaremedia·May 29

                                                      Very right

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                                                      • Israel@israelix·May 29

                                                        That's right

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                                                        • Chides@chides·May 29

                                                          Very deep but true

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                                                          • Chidiebere@chidiebere·May 29

                                                            A wise man once said; Words are powerful

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                                                            • 0x@oxpolymath·May 29

                                                              one man can change the world

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