We cannot always control our thoughts but we can control our words, and repetition impresses the subconscious and we are then master of the situation.
Benjamin Franklin remarks, “Remember not only to say the right thing in the right place, but far more difficult still, to leave unsaid the wrong thing at the tempting moment.” The ornament of good speech is the only real ornament
The Bible too warns repeatedly of slovenly and impulsive utterances (Mathew: 12, 37; Proverbs : 12,13 and 25,28).The wound caused by a burn can be healed but not the scar caused by a scalding word. Having accepted the need for right speaking, the issue now arises as to how to really cement the habit of talking justly, calmly and sweetly and also, where necessary, of not talking at all. While certain techniques recommend counting one to 10 before uttering an angry word or to go for a walk when anger swells up
However, the clue to truly and powerfully changing oneself, in the above regard, is found in the Bible, which points out (Mathew: 12, 34), “Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaketh”. In fact, this ‘abundance’ comes through fulfilment. attainment is felt through experiencing selfworth , harmony and that inner control. These come through authenticity and credibility within.Invariably, one also commences to obtain a power in all that he issues forth, including in all his words —both said and unsaid!
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