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Writer's pictureMaj Toure

The Power of Words: An Inspiring Lesson from Muhammad Ali


Muhammad Ali's iconic knockout of Sonny Liston

Your words matter.


No one understood this better than the late, great Muhammad Ali.


"I'm the greatest. I'm the greatest of all time. I'll show you how great I am."


Watching his old interviews as a youngin, his personality felt bigger than life.


These powerful declarations were not empty slogans; they were a reflection of his immense self-belief and confidence that carried him as an undisputed boxing champ for years. Ali knew that to achieve greatness, he had to first believe in his own potential. By constantly affirming his greatness, he solidified his mindset and prepared mentally for the challenges ahead. Not only that, he used those affirmations to convince those around him, solidifying his legend in their minds.


How you talk to yourself matters. Your words shape your reality. If you constantly speak negatively about yourself, you start to believe it. Stop telling yourself you’re not good enough, strong enough, or capable. Quit giving yourself an opportunity to cop out before you even try.


You control the script of your life. Speak power, strength, and victory into your daily routine. Remind yourself that you are built for greatness, ready to conquer any challenge that comes your way. Every time you catch a negative thought, replace it with something positive.


Ali's mindset is a reminder that speaking to yourself like a champion can transform your reality. You have the power to write your own story, one positive thought at a time. Your words can lead you to victories as you step into the ring of life each day. Embrace the mindset of greatness, and watch how it changes your world.




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