Our language helps us define our reality and helps to define fundamentally who we are. A change in language may feel like a departure from your essence. It is important to remember, however, that this change can only make a positive impact on one's reality. Language is an easy thing to change. We already know the words to use that are different from the negative one we already use.
Recognized repetition is also important to make a positive change.
When pondering all of this, keep in mind who you respect the imbecile or the educated. By continuing to use language that is below you, you are doing damage to yourself. Believe me it happens. Those people are labeled as the men and women who have not changed. I do not have a prescription for changing language, but you should do what is comfortable for you.