Wednesday Words #3

Happy Hump Day, as they say in the working world. Let’s take a look at another word just for fun!

Today’s word is “WIll.”

This is an interesting little word as it can be used as a helper verb for the future, a noun for legal intent, and a representation of mental strength.

The power of one’s will can determine the outcome of any venture. Maybe we think of it more as willpower. But at it’s core, this version of the word is all about one’s mental fortitude. The cliche, “Where there’s a will, there’s a way,” comes to mind. We often treat willpower as a battery that drains by the time Wednesday afternoon rolls around. But true “will” isn’t just about resisting temptation or forcing yourself to do an unpleasant task, it is the quiet, unbreakable engine of intent. While a “wish” is a passive desire cast into the wind, a “will” is a command given to yourself. It is the bridge between the person you are today and the person you intend to be tomorrow.

From a futuristic standpoint, “I will” is making a statement about an intention, making a firm stake in some future action. Would, should or could are ambiguous, but “will” is firm. When we trade our tentative plans for “I will” statements, we stop being spectators of our lives and start becoming the authors

Then there’s the legal aspect of “WILl.” When we shift into that use of the word, it suddenly takes on a solemn feel. It’s like making our final statement to the world, spelling out our wants and wishes for what’s left behind. A will is perhaps the most selfless document anyone can create. It frees our loved ones from having to make hard decisions, and provide clarity in chaos.

Isn’t this an amazing little word? I WILL look forward to your comments!

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