How will your life change if you substituted "Sorry" with "Thank You"

On average, people speak about 13,500 words per day.
​7,000 for men and 20,000 for women to be precise. How do you know which is the best word to use in a situation? Words express our thoughts/states/emotions and shape our actions/decisions. By selecting empowering words you can transform your live one word at a time. You can start today by committing to use "Thank you" instead of "Sorry" every time you remember.

If you are like most people your habitual vocabulary averages 200-300 words. You probably recycle these throughout the day in repetitive situations. Words just come out, rather than you speaking them. As a result, you drag around "trapped" in moods created by inattentive use of words.
The word "Sorry" is a great example of this.

• Have you caught yourself throwing a "Sorry" when someone holds the door and you enter before them? Would you agree that "Thank you" accompanied by a smile and a look in the eyes is more appropriate?
• How many times have you announced your arrival to a meeting with "I'm sorry I'm late"? Wouldn't it be better if instead you said: "Thank you for your patience"?
• Have you ever concluded a conversation with a close friend with "Sorry for my ramble"? Is it not "Thanks for listening to me." what you really meant?

These may seem like trivial and insignificant differences. In reality, they are huge and meaningful.
"Sorry" is an apologetic statement. Can you guess which emotion(s) it verbalises? If you are thinking "guilt" and "shame" you are right. These states are extremely low, even draining energetically and serve neither you nor others. "Sorry" is so over-abused that it has no power when you want to apologise genuinely.

"Thank you" is a polite expression of acknowledgement. It arises from a state of gratitude.

Gratitude contributes to our own happiness and shows our appreciation. Saying "Thank you" instead of "Thanks" makes it personal and touches others.
Mastering our communication is fundamental to our success and fulfilment in life. And the way to master it gracefully is one word at a time. You can begin the journey today by taking action. Replace "Sorry" with "Thank you" and begin reaping the benefits. 
Notice ...

• How do you feel when you use "Thank you" more often?
• How do others respond to your new attitude?
• How do other areas of your life improve when you come from a place of gratitude and express it freely?

I thank you for reading this article and wish you, even more, happiness, health and harmony. 
I also thank you for sharing your journey with me and allowing me to support you.
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