Abracadabra

Some days I talk a lot. I meet with clients, chat casually with colleagues, and catch up with family and friends. If talk turns to conversation, then layers of emotion and meaning present themselves, energy focuses, and time becomes irrelevant. When a moment of clarity arrives and is named, the weight of the words give pause. And, as the conversation closes, I once again know that certain phrases carry magic.

Sometimes these phrases are unique and name a personal experience. At a recent awards ceremony, two friends were being honored together. During the first recipient’s acceptance speech, he named his co-recipient and alluded to their deep friendship. Struck with emotion, he paused his speech, gathered himself, and continued. Everyone was enchanted.

At other times, the magic phrases belong to the ages. We often hear these in rituals: “What name shall be given the child?” “Do you solemnly swear…” and “Do you take this woman to be your lawfully wedded wife….” To invoke these words brings formality and ties the moment to a timelessness and sacred lineage. When spoken for one we love or for ourselves, the effect is spellbinding.

Certain words name the moment, focus energy, and seal the deal. While some originate from specific traditions, the phrases now belong to us all. They require attention, preparation, and careful execution. However, when we invoke this power through our care and attentiveness, it’s magical.

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Four most powerful phrases in the world are: I love you. I'm sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. (from Ho’oponopono Prayer)

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