Phase Out Some Phrases...

"Silence is better than unmeaning words."  ~ Pythagoras Greek philosopher and the eponymous founder of the Pythagoreanism movement.  Words matter. The use of words becomes as much as a habit as brushing our teeth, and if we do not consider that meanings change over time, and the implication of what we say (and how we say it) have an impact on others, we may be sending the wrong message...unintentionally. Here are some words and phrases to please consider phasing out. These are not pet peeve words, rather these tend to conjure up negative or off-putting ideas for some/many, and while not everyone will find them problematic, wouldn't it be nice to avoid the potential and amp up your effectiveness anyway? Phrases to Phase Out      Replacement Verbiage We'll just agree to disagree While we may not agree on this, let's respect each of us has our reasoning and neither is wrong Kind of (nothing - simply be specific) You don't understand You need to Would you consider? I am counting on you to... Relax/Calm down What can I do to assist? Obviously Some find/agree... For those of you who know me, I am... I'd like to introduce you to... I am Please meet It is what it is Here's where we are, and here's the approach I am taking I don't care Whatever you prefer/Your preference works for me By shifting your phrases, you ensure others, and you, know where you are, where you are going, and you have clear messaging for moving ahead!