Affirmation for June 14, 2011: Thinking Before Speaking

If it takes a lot of words to say what you have in mind, give it more thought.- Dennis RothThought of the day:Being in control of your thoughts is one thing, and being in control of the words that come out is another. If you find yourself regretting things you say aloud, interrupting others before they're finished, or wondering what it is you just went on about, try these two tips: If it's your turn to speak, before you open your mouth to say something, delay for three seconds to collect your thoughts; and if someone else is speaking, wait until they are completely finished, then delay for three seconds before you reply.It may seem awkward at first, to have that silence, and it may be hard to do especially in heated arguments. But you might be surprised at how much people respect your time to think.Have a patient day!TeamDS
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