Ralph Waldo Emerson
Essayist, Philosopher, Poet
"What you do thunders above your head so loudly, I cannot hear the words you speak."
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Words You Speak
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Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.
Physician, Poet, Essayist
"Speak clearly, if you speak at all; carve every word before you let it fall."
Gautama Buddha
Spiritual Teacher
"All the holy words you read and all the holy words you speak are as nothing if you do not act upon them. Even if you read little and say little but live the right way, forsaking craving, hatred and delusion, you will know the truth and find calmness and will show others the path."
Mooji
Spiritual Teacher
"Be in the spirit of Truth and any words you speak are in alignment with that spirit."
Louise Hay
Author, Motivational Speaker
"Every thought and every word you speak is an affirmation. So why not choose to use only positive affirmations to create an exceptional life? I know you can do it!"
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"The words you speak are powerful. Especially the words you speak to yourself."
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"Take care what words you speak that follow “I am.” In so speaking you create your life."
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