Dean suggests some words and phrases that rob us of our power. What words have you banned in your life? Leave a comment below and start a discussion.
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Dean,
In our house the single most dreaded word is “whatever”. To me, it is a synonym for “I really don’t care”. With teenage boys banning any word is a challenge, but “whatever” is like nails on a chalkboard to me.
Brian
Dean, The words “I don’t know” come to mind. It”s a phrase that to me signifys I have not taken the time to find out. Therefore i try to strengthen it with “At this moment, i’m not sure ,but i will look into it.”i
That’s a great one Brian. “Whatever” is the ultimate example of having nothing meaningful to contribute and just punting on the whole thing as a result.
Hate.
Never.
Can’t.
Shut up.
Early in my career, someone I admired warned me never to use the term “etc.” – it’s a clear indication that you won’t take the time to further inform, or more often that you just don’t know what else to add. In either case, it’s a useless filler word that doesn’t exude confidence – and I haven’t used it since.
Jesus Christ. I freak out when someone uses his name in frustration. I immediately yell at them to switch it up to “Cheese and Rice” if they’re going to use it. It breaks the bad habit.
Try- Useless
Might-Ambiguous
To be honest with you-enough said for this great group to know not to ever use it
He Goes-The correct grammar is “He said,”
Should be
Could be
Most likely
I think so
All words that scream I have no clue and I have no power….
Passive words are all banned from my house…ONLY active action words
Cheers…..I think I most likely could have tried a littler harder to, well, never mind, I might …naw forget it ……
What a great collection of things I shouldn’t ,and won’t be, saying anymore. Thanks for the input.