I lost my voice today. This morning it was a low, husky, sexy sound and I'm sure all the guys in my 30min meeting enjoyed it. By this afternoon, nada. I just cancelled two meetings because I could barely whisper a word. Incredible how much is done purely based on communication. It does create a humorous day and makes me very thankful that I can usually talk.
It also helps put into perspective how vital a voice can be. Think about everyday interactions. How many times did a compliment make your entire day or even week? Or the opposite, how one word can destroy so much.
I truly enjoy analyzing speeches (nerd points for my pastime..I know). One of my favorite speeches of all time is Barbara Bush's Wellesly Commencement Speech. It was given in 1990. If you have not heard this speech, I highly recommend you listen to it. It's flawless.
Text here: http://www.wellesley.edu/PublicAffairs/Commencement/1990/bush.ht
Video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxhuPIzOIfc
I encourage everyone to listen, analyze, and study powerful speeches. It is truly astounding how someone with just words can spark a movement, soothe the mourning, and rally a nation. Watch their movements, expressions, and truly listen to what they are saying.
Located here: http://www.americanrhetoric.com/top100speechesall.html is what to be considered the top 100 speeches of all time. They are truly inspiring and are still just as powerful now as they were when spoken.
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