Our words are important. They are powerful. How you use them can create a sense of peace and calm or divisiveness and shame. When talking to my children I not only see them as a vital part of our family, but I also see them as independent beings deserving of the same courtesy I extend to friends, my spouse, or even strangers. Do I falter? Absolutely. I have been out of line at times when I have spoken to my kids and I apologize when I use my words incorrectly, but I have heard some pretty nasty things said to kids and this got me thinking. What if adults spoke to…