The tongue often is described as the strongest muscle in our bodies. Actually, it consists of sixteen muscles.

Because much of the surface is covered in taste buds, it is the primary organ of taste. With its wide variety of possible movements, the tongue also assists in forming the sounds of speech.

When used properly, the tongue helps us do things like eating and vocalization, but hopefully, not at the same time. It is used to lick ice cream, blow bubbles and whistle.

Injuries to the tongue are painful. Pain caused from the tongue is even worse.

An ancient proverb states the tongue has the power of life and death. In other words, what we say has the power to motivate or destroy, energize or deflate, inspire or create despair.

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