I know you are, you said you are, but what am I?
The meaningless retorts in the playground have never acknowledged such a profound simple truth before.
The words you use and surround yourself are extremely important in shaping your future. When the Asian kid is told that Asians are good at maths, the Asian kid typically becomes good at maths. When the young child who was placed a year ahead due to resource issues (no one else knows this), they receive remarks such as: "wow, you must be smart to skip a grade!" And so the young child becomes smart.
Simply put, your expectations drive your reality. Words stick - good or bad.
Who can talk you into success, and who can talk you out of it? Assimilate and appreciate all compliments and encouragements. On the flip side, insults should immediately be wiped from your system - one should fail to believe these are true.
Cherish the power of words.
