This is a belief I have
@PointlessQuestions (15397)
United States
October 18, 2012 10:07pm CST
I believe words have power. It doesn't always happen, but I've noticed when I was angry my spoken words, had the power to set a chain of events in motion. Here is an example:
When I was 17 my business teacher said to stay after school to wash all the desks cause he CAUGHT me writing on my desk. I had left my mark on that desk. It said Salky loves Dyck (spelled wrong on purpose so to not hit the filter). He was really mad at me and I was embarrassed that I was scolded in front of everyone. Right then I thought in my head, 'I hope you have a heart attack and die.' Well the next day we had a substitute teacher. We were told Mr Thompson had a sudden heart attack. He didn't die but he was out for several weeks. I felt really bad that my wish or 'curse' almost came through.
I believe we can sometimes speak things into existence. I often wished my dad dead cause he was so heavy handed with us kids. I would wish something really hard and something would happen. It might not be exactly what I wished for, but I felt my wishing harm on the people I felt were mean to me. I guess I was a troubled child growing up. I felt powerless so I guess my wishing to punish people with my wishes became something that made me feel even worse when something happened after my wish. I was just a kid, but I felt then that words were alive and had power to hurt or help people.
Now that in grown and have taken off the robe of anger and hate. I only want to touch hearts and heal with my words.
Your take fellow mylotters?
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@anaknitatay (1335)
• Philippines
19 Oct 12
I don't know about putting this into existence but words do have power. you want to know how? just speak a harsh word to someone you love or tell someone he is worthless or tell someone doing his best that his work is useless you will see how powerful words can be. --- to hurt, to heal, to affect the human spirit. :)
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@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
19 Oct 12
You are so right. My former pastor's wife is bipolar, I think. She was having issues with the pastor and went off on him. Well we all were supposed to go swimming before the ruckus started. She went off on me and my daughter and attacked my daughter with her shoe and called me a fat pig. I carried those words and her actions in my heart for a long time. I stayed away for months. I stayed away from church too because she would be there. We are good now, but sometimes I would have flash backs. My daughter was hurt for years with her and would have nothing to do with her. We have been invited many times in the summers to go swimming in their pool but my family won't go and I can't go with no car of my own. She has offered for me to spend the night and she would take me home, but I have to have a hospital bed and oxygen at night and a CPAP machine too, so staying over isn't an option.
Those words don't bother me anymore. But they did hurt a long time.
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@capirani (2840)
• United States
19 Oct 12
I do believe there is power in words but I also believe that some things happen as coincidence. Don't take things thought or said as a child into yourself so that you live in guilt. However, it is good that now you want to help people and heal with your words. That is a good thing. It's also good that you have shed the robe of anger and hate as you called it. Life in general is much better when anger and hate are not part of it.
There is a lot written about words and the power of words. There is much in the Bible about the power of the tongue and the power of the spoken word. I do believe in that, however, I also believe that we can become so wrapped up in worry over what we might say or what words we use that we end up more confused and less helpful in the long run. As with everything else in life, I think there has to be some type of balance reached in all of this.
I wish you well with your endeavor to use your words for healing hearts.
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@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
19 Oct 12
Thank you for your kind words. Yes there does need to be balance. I often moderate what I write if I have to disagree with someone because I don't want to hurt anyone. To say the least I was a very troubled kid. My thoughts and wishes as a kid was the only power I had against getting kicked around. So when my teacher rightly got on to me and was going to punish me with after school work, I went off on him from within. He never knew I thought that. I was horrified when I learned he had a heart attack.
I do believe in the power of the spoken word. We can comfort or hurt with it. I believe the bible. I believe that words can kill. You only have to listen to the news to see that's true. Like when the girl killed herself when a kid's mother made up an account on (not Facebook but another site. myspace i think.) and pretended to be a boy that liked her. The woman said the girl should kill herself. And the girl was so upset she did kill herself.
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@GardenGerty (160626)
• United States
20 Oct 12
I am of a divided mind on this one PQ. They tell us that children engage in "magical thinking" and really do believe that what they think and wish for does come true. That often leads to feeling really guilty for thoughts like you describe. However, I feel somewhat as you do that what we speak we create. I think that has more power in our own lives. I once read a self help/psychology book called Telling Yourself the Truth that basically followed the premise that what you verbalized eventually became your reality. So you should tell yourself the truth, for instance your last sentence is a very powerful one. "I am grown and have taken off the robe of anger and hate. I only want to touch hearts and heal with my words." Sally, I have seen you approach friends on here in love and try to redirect them and I will admit I was envious of your clear ability to kindly tell them what they needed to hear. Words do have power. I was taught in one or more of my classes that for each negative word a child hears it takes ten positive words to have the healing impact they need to hear.
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@GardenGerty (160626)
• United States
20 Oct 12
People need to read and understand just what you are saying: 1. Sometimes for us to grow the child in us needs to be healed and nurtured. 2. We cannot change who our parents are, but by getting "inside their heads" and understanding them, we will understand ourselves better. 3. To forgive our parents who hurt us lets us forgive and love ourselves. You are a pretty smart cookie.
@Pose123 (21635)
• Canada
19 Oct 12
Hi PointlessQuestions, Words have great power for both good and evil, far more than most of us imagine. I'm not saying that you caused your teacher's heart attack or that we can wish someone to die and it will happen but I am saying that words can help and words can hurt. Sometimes people say hateful things about others, but since the other person isn't present, they feel it's OK but look at what that persons hatred is doing to himself/herself. Also expressing it to others spreads that hatred. You are right today in using words that heal rather than hurt. It helps you and it helps the other person as well.Blessings to you my friend.
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@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
19 Oct 12
Hi Pose. You are a very valued friend to me. You always say just what I need to hear. Thank you. I'm grateful that through the maturing years of my life I have been able to process the anger turned inward that was eating away at me. I was a troubled child and a troubled teen. I never got into trouble but I had a lot if pent up rage. I'm glad that I was able to resolve that part of me that was like a festering cancer. I feel like a better person now by shedding that anger and just living my life.
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@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
19 Oct 12
I am a very sensitive person and I get it from my Mum, who is even worse than me. She will ring me during the day and mention work and who has upset her on that day - usually something trivial but whenever I've been working I do the same - ring her, so I sit there and listen, tell her not to worry, and it always turns out fine for her.
She does have a 6th sense about things too. For example, there was a lot of comings and goings next door, the lady there looked 'tense' but Mum waited until she spoke to her as she knew she would eventually. One day Miriam (the lady in question) just burst into Mum's kitchen and told her that Phil, her husband, was having his leg amputated.
Mum was so upset as her 6th sense or more to the point - a feeling of dread - came true.
She often says to me, "Why can't I sense something good about to happen? I wouldn't harm a fly so why is it I always have a bad feeling?"
I wish I could answer that.
She often says to me, "Why can't I sense something good about to happen? I wouldn't harm a fly so why is it I always have a bad feeling?"
I wish I could answer that.2 people like this
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
19 Oct 12
I don't know if you believe in such things but you could read Tarot Cards, you'd be really good at it (and they're not allowed to mention bad news to people, as my clairvoyant once told me..and everything he's said to me has come true so far).
I once had a dream about Concorde crashing in a similar way to how it happened in real life. I felt quite guilty about not being shocked when Concorde finally did crash. The media, especially, couldn't believe what had happened..but if they'd rang me up 6 months before I would've told them it would.
I've not had another dream like that for quite a long time, thankfully.
I've not had another dream like that for quite a long time, thankfully.1 person likes this
@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
19 Oct 12
I have that same sixth sense. My Sunday school teacher who is also a good friend came to my mind a few years ago. I had a strong feeling he needed money. I felt like I needed to give him my last $75 I had to my name. My inner self said don't be stupid. Then you will be broke. That next Sunday I was told that he didn't get his paycheck. That there was some mixup and he wouldn't get that check until his next payday where Ge would get both checks. I felt bad then because they had no money and needed food. Someone else came to the rescue and blessed them with money to buy food.
I also had a feeling of dread and a recurring dream that our furnace was going to explode. I told my parents every time I had the dream. About 3 months later it did explode throwing soot all over the house. Our white sofa was black with soot. I guess he should have checked the furnace or had some professional check it and maybe clean out the pipes. I never had that dream again after that happened.
I also would get flashes in my mind if a child being tipped upside down and put head first banging into the toilet. Days later I saw the same thing on the news. The boyfriend was furious because the toddler pooped in his pants. The boyfriend was jailed and tried for murder I think.
I also used to get flashes of a puppy being tossed out if a moving car. Days later I would hear it on the news. It might just be coincidence but it happened. I don't get these feelings often anymore. I can't remember when I last had one.
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@STOUTjodee (3573)
• United States
19 Oct 12
Words do have power, that's why I never think or say of anything bad. Because if you say harsh words to some one, karma can come bite you back!
I have never personal had any issues but I know of other people who have wished some one bad luck and karma bit them back, the ill words they said to some one came back on them
I have never personal had any issues but I know of other people who have wished some one bad luck and karma bit them back, the ill words they said to some one came back on them@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
20 Oct 12
I truly believe that. I believe that the universe has a way of punishing a person when they wish or do harm for another.
I was a very troubled child growing up with an abusive father. Thankfully karma didn't bite me for my thoughts. But I did feel responsible at the time. I grew out if that guilt but I did come to realize that words are alive.
@winterose (39887)
• Canada
19 Oct 12
wow I don't know what to say, yes words have power, but I don't believe for one minute that that teacher had a heart attack because of what you said, whether you were even his student or not that man was supposed to have a heart attack at the time. In the 13th century they would have burned you as a witch, but that was out of fear and ignorance and lack of medical knowledge.
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@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
19 Oct 12
No one knew that I wished it but if the other students told anyone about it, that sure might have happened in that century. Sure enough. I didn't stay after school either. When he finally came back he never mentioned that I owe him a day after school. I guess he forgot about it. I really did think I caused it and felt horrible but never said anything aloud. I just kept it all inside.
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@shaggin (72116)
• United States
20 Oct 12
I do not believe that your thoughts have caused these things but as in the case of your teacher having a heart attack after you wished it I can see why you feel bad. It was just pure bad luck I think. I dont think I have ever wished anything bad on someone and it come true right away thankfully.
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@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
20 Oct 12
I know I didn't cause his heart attack, but at the age of 16 or so, I did believe it. However I do believe our words do have the power to hurt or heal.
@venkatachary (1165)
• India
19 Oct 12
The words come out of our mouth should always be a good word. Even the air will find it difficult to carry our word, if the words are horrible.Our thoughts become true if it is spelt in our trouble. So, as per the Hindu myths, we have to surrender to those who are angry with us.So, we are asked by our elders to take the blessings of all.
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@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
19 Oct 12
You have an interesting philosophy. I try to live my life by thinking, doing and saying good things. If I can't think of anything good to say I just leave it alone. I have list my temper several times and I always regret it.
@jenny1015 (13366)
• Philippines
20 Oct 12
Well, I think if something bad did happen, it was not because of you. It might be purely coincidental. But it should also be a lesson of not putting a curse or saying bad things towards others. We may be greatly hurt for ever saying such harsh words, and we wouldn't want something bad happen to us either if anyone would tell exactly what you have told others, right?
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@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
20 Oct 12
You're right. In my case I never said anything. I just thought it or wished it out of anger. I do believe that words spoken to another person can hurt or bless the other person. I also believe unspoken words or thoughts can hurt one's self if those wishes or thoughts are wishing harm to another.
@adnileb (5276)
• Philippines
20 Oct 12
Can you wish me now to become rich? 
Just kidding...
Well, sometimes there are coincidence and sometimes you just really think they are happening. I had a situation like that before when there's a big storm and we are in the office. I was telling my co-workers that when we go out, we can see the glasses and windows along the street that's been destroyed by the strong wind and the walls will fall down. They wouldn't believe me because I am thinking of the worst thing to happen. But when we already go out, they saw what I said and me myself was shocked. Never thought that the storm was that strong. to break all of them. 
Just kidding...
Well, sometimes there are coincidence and sometimes you just really think they are happening. I had a situation like that before when there's a big storm and we are in the office. I was telling my co-workers that when we go out, we can see the glasses and windows along the street that's been destroyed by the strong wind and the walls will fall down. They wouldn't believe me because I am thinking of the worst thing to happen. But when we already go out, they saw what I said and me myself was shocked. Never thought that the storm was that strong. to break all of them. 1 person likes this
@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
20 Oct 12
Yes stuff can happen and it seems almost like we think or speak them into existence.
@changjiangzhibin89 (16758)
• China
19 Oct 12
Your "curse" unfortunately came true , sure enough your teacher got heart attack,even if you said to yourself.However,I beg to differ.I think it was a coincidence and you weren't to blame for that.
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@changjiangzhibin89 (16758)
• China
20 Oct 12
Everyone tends to curse them when they get angery with some people for something.They only give vent to their anger.
@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
19 Oct 12
Yes. I agree with you. I know I reay wasn't to blame. He would have had that heart attack anyway.
@ARIES1973 (11426)
• Legaspi, Philippines
19 Oct 12
I also believe in this one friend. So I am always careful of what I wish for. I also have this experience when we are still at the training, just several month ago. After our one month stay with our previous boarding house, I am already asking my group mates that time that we transfer into a new boarding house near the town proper. But they do not agree with it so I uttered these words, I wish we transferred to the town proper already. The next day, a thief came in to our boarding house early in the morning and took the money of my team mates. I got what I want, we transferred already to the new boarding house but I don't want it to happen that way.
@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
19 Oct 12
It's uncanny how things like that happen. It makes us feel like we caused these things to happen. Like we influenced the universe in some way to set these things in motion. I do t think that is true, but I do believe our words have power.
@babyeve (1048)
• Seychelles
19 Oct 12
Words have a lot of power and one must be careful what he/she says at all times. I used to just say whatever I want whenever I like, nowadays am very careful of what i say. But in your situation it was only just a pure coincidence, so do not torture yourself.
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@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
19 Oct 12
As an adult, I know that now. I'm am very careful of what I say. I am my father's daughter, and if I feel my buttons are being pushed u can get mad and say things I mean at the time, but don't really mean when I am calm.
@lynboobsy11 (11343)
• Philippines
19 Oct 12
I also have that belief in myself even my kids knew me when I said a word
for sure it will be true. That's why I always think it more than times
before letting the words came out to my mouth.
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@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
19 Oct 12
Hi Lyn. Yes I believe in not letting words fly or even think bad thoughts about anyone because I am so afraid that on some level my words could curse someone to being harmed. I know that's not true on a logical level but I do believe it ion a spiritual level to some degree. I think my past has taught me what not to do.
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@wongchoiyee (7413)
• Malaysia
19 Oct 12
I believe your saying pq, anyway I too now regret wishing so bad that things could happen, I ask for forgiveness from God, that I was not mean to be so nasty, I hope from now on, people who offend me will get their karma back, but I am not wishing anymore.
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@PointlessQuestions (15397)
• United States
19 Oct 12
That's great that you are able to let things go and not let them fester within you. I also pray to God to let me be a blessing to others.
@celticeagle (166761)
• Boise, Idaho
21 Oct 12
I do believe also that words do have power. One thing I love about writing. A writer can bring people to tears and make them laugh. We know what buttons to push or what words to use. Amazing story about your teacher. Maybe it was a lesson to make you want to heal and not hate.
@Kashidanga1971 (1354)
• Bangladesh
20 Oct 12
Words dont have power. Things sometimes happens in coincidance of our words and we think it a power.lol
