Emily DickinsonI know nothing in the world that has as much power as a word. Sometimes I write one, and I look at it, until it begins to shine.
About This Quote
Every word we say can have an enormous impact. If we say something wrong, it can hurt someone else or even us. We may think that nothing will come of our words, but that is not true. Every word has power.
We can use our words to do good or to do harm. Our words can change the world for the better or for the worse.
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