We are all sensitive people, regardless of our resilience. Words hold immense power, and can cripple, uplift, deepen understanding, or provoke emotions strong enough to alter the course of someone’s life. Throughout history, words have been used to incite division or unify cultures, shaping agendas that either consolidate power or foster healing. The power of words is profound. When used thoughtfully, they can bridge generations, preserving values and perspectives that future generations may carry forward in ways uniquely their own.
As a writer, storyteller, and creative, I have written countless essays and reflections where words form intricate webs, capturing my thoughts with clarity and intention. It is my responsibility to express myself in ways that cultivate a healthy connection with the reader. I also feel called to encourage, provoke thought, and offer a touch of wisdom born from my experiences. At times, I fall under the spell of my words, expressing things that feel urgent without fully considering their impact. As I learn and grow, I try to revise and adapt, understanding that words have weight, especially in the world we live in today.
I am a quiet, compassionate, empathetic person who prefers a low profile. My writing often explores human behavior in ways I hope may help others. Yet, I acknowledge that my words haven’t always landed without conflict. I’ve made mistakes. Recently had a moment when something I said or wrote led to misunderstandings, strained friendships, or distanced family relationships. I am accountable for my words, even when they arise from humor that didn’t translate as I intended. What I am not, however, is someone who wields-words to gain power over others.
The essays I write act as time capsules of my experiences and observations in this lifetime, reminding us that we are all cut from the same cloth, woven by the Great Spirit. As we move forward, we are entering a time where words will either separate us from the beauty, complexity, and rawness of life, or serve as the bridge that connects all perspectives, beliefs, and strengths. My hope is that our words become this connective tissue, and that someday, we can look back and say with pride, I was part of building that future.
