I come to you today with a challenge. For today only, I challenge you to change your vocabulary with these three words & phrases:

Instead of please, today, say “I would love,” “allow me,” or “will you.”

“I would love to try…”

“Allow me to show you…”

“Will you pass me the salt?”

Wherever possible, use verbs to describe the actions the other party should need to perform to meet your engagement. Notice whether involving them in your request increases the likelihood of the result. 

Instead of  thank you, today, I want you to use instead; “I appreciate you.” 

Notice whether the body language of the person you’re speaking to shifts. If so, how does it change? What do you feel?

Finally, say you’re welcome instead of “no problem,” “no worries” or “of course.” 

Find confidence in saying you’re welcome. Notice the response to that confidence.

Tomorrow, you may return to your defaulted language, or you may continue to pursue this challenge. You may even adopt one or two and leave the rest. Just notice how it feels and decide how you like it, just for today. For the full day, and for every time the opportunity arises. That is your challenge.

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