What you say could stay for a lifetime

  Little "offhanded" remarks like

You look like you've gained some wight

Too bad you didn't get an A

Maybe next time you will hit the ball

We don't have enough money

Your acne is bad maybe you should wash your face more

Turn your words around 

You are beautiful!

Way to go on that test!

I am so glad you are playing ball!

We are rich in family!

You are beautiful just the way you are!

Words have Power - use them for the good!