Words announce to the world how you feel and what you think about important workplace values like respect, commitment, accountability, gratitude, initiative, service, and excellence.” In your personal life, words that inspire and uplift you will not only make you feel good but also give you the boost you need to act in a positive way that will enhance your life. It can be hard to know exactly which words to use, but a great place to start is to think about which words make you feel good when you say them.