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Listen well, children of the future, for I speak to you of the nature of words—of the power they hold and the consequences they carry, both seen and unseen. In the words of Shehnaaz Gill, there lies a deep truth: "People do not realise that if they say something negative about someone, it turns into positivity for the person they are speaking badly about because they get sympathy." This, my children, is the ancient dance between speech and perception, between the actions we think are hurtful and the outcomes that often defy our expectations. For it is not in the words themselves that true power lies, but in the reaction they provoke.

Think, if you will, of the **great King David of Israel, who, though a man of great power, faced much criticism and opposition throughout his life. His enemies sought to undermine him with words of slander, yet each time they did, the people saw his suffering and rallied to his cause. In his trials, David became more beloved, more admired, and his enemies' efforts only strengthened his position. His suffering became a symbol of strength and righteousness, and his enemies' efforts, rather than diminishing him, turned into something that made him a figure of sympathy. Just as David's hardships became a path to greater honor, so too do the negative words we speak sometimes become a gift to those we seek to harm, for they stir in others the desire to stand with them.

The wisdom of the ancients teaches us that words are like seeds. What we plant may not always grow as we intend. Consider the story of the phoenix, that mighty bird whose life is consumed by flames, only to rise again from the ashes, renewed and even more majestic than before. The phoenix does not die in the fire; instead, it transcends it, emerging stronger and more radiant. Words of criticism, like flames, may seem to scorch the spirit of the one they target, but in truth, they may only serve to purify and reinforce that spirit, just as the phoenix rises. Shehnaaz Gill's insight reminds us that the world often misunderstands the nature of criticism—what is meant to harm can, in the end, only serve to enhance the character of the one under attack.

Take, for example, the life of Socrates, that ancient philosopher whose wisdom was met with the sharpest of criticisms. Though the people of Athens accused him of corrupting the youth and leading the city astray, their words did not diminish him. Rather, they highlighted his virtue and integrity. Socrates, ever the wise one, did not cower in the face of their scorn. He embraced the challenge, knowing that through their insults, the truth of his ideas would spread farther and his followers would rally to him. His enemies did not bring him down; instead, they elevated his cause, turning every negative word into a testament to his greatness.

In the same way, children, when the world speaks negatively of you—when the tongues of others rise in criticism and judgment—do not be swayed. Understand that sympathy is often the gift hidden in the harshest of words. It is not the attackers who hold the power, but the one who endures. Think of the ancient warriors who, though wounded in battle, became heroes in the eyes of their people. They were not honored for the victory alone, but for the strength they showed in surviving their trials, in withstanding the storm. Every strike made against them turned into a badge of honor, and they stood tall because they remained true to themselves, no matter the slander cast upon them.

Thus, my children, the lesson here is simple: never fear the words of those who seek to tear you down. Understand that every negative word, every slanderous remark, only serves to make you more sympathetic, more beloved in the eyes of those who truly see you. Do not seek to retaliate, for in doing so, you only continue the cycle of negativity. Instead, embrace the power of resilience and grace. Rise above the criticism, knowing that it is not in the cruelty of others that your worth is defined, but in the strength of your own character.

Let this wisdom guide you in all your dealings with the world. When others speak ill of you, remember that it is not the weight of their words that determines your value, but the strength with which you carry them. Sympathy is a gift that others will freely give when they see you rise above the storm. And when you are tested by the words of others, know that you are being shaped by them, just as a mighty tree grows stronger with every gust of wind. Stand firm, children, for your character is forged not in ease, but in the way you respond to adversity.