Be careful with your words.

by rambabu in General Discussions

rambabu

1.49k 32k 218.8k

10 years ago

One should know the power of words. A good word bridges and a bad word breaks the bridges.
Once a young man behaved rudely with one of his friends. For his unruly behavior, the young man repented. He wanted to make amends to his behavior.
He approached a Guru and asked how to make amends for his rude behavior.
The Guru gave him a bunch of feathers and asked the young man to place feathers on the steps of every home in his locality and to collect them back the next day.
The next day the young man came to the Guru and said, none of the feathers he placed on the steps of homes were found.
The Guru laughed and said, “That’s what is expected. Your bad words flew from you and done the damage. They can’t be recalled.”
“Better to stumble with the toe than with the tongue.” –Swahili proverb.

Like it on Facebook, Tweet it or share this topic on other bookmarking websites.

Mousumi Ghosh

59 2.72k 23k

10 years ago

#380383

One should know the power of words. A good word bridges and a bad word breaks the bridges.
Once a young man behaved rudely with one of his friends. For his unruly behavior, the young man repented. He wanted to make amends to his behavior.
He approached a Guru and asked how to make amends for his rude behavior.
The Guru gave him a bunch of feathers and asked the young man to place feathers on the steps of every home in his locality and to collect them back the next day.
The next day the young man came to the Guru and said, none of the feathers he placed on the steps of homes were found.
The Guru laughed and said, “That’s what is expected. Your bad words flew from you and done the damage. They can’t be recalled.”
“Better to stumble with the toe than with the tongue.” –Swahili proverb.

So very true..."An arrow can be pulled out of a wound, but a hurtful word stays forever in your heart." as the proverb says it is very apt. But when anger takes over any person they forget to watch and mind their tongue. So we should keep a check on our words.

“A mistake is a crash-course in learning” – Billy Anderson

rambabu

1.49k 32k 218.8k

10 years ago

#380389

One should know the power of words. A good word bridges and a bad word breaks the bridges.
Once a young man behaved rudely with one of his friends. For his unruly behavior, the young man repented. He wanted to make amends to his behavior.
He approached a Guru and asked how to make amends for his rude behavior.
The Guru gave him a bunch of feathers and asked the young man to place feathers on the steps of every home in his locality and to collect them back the next day.
The next day the young man came to the Guru and said, none of the feathers he placed on the steps of homes were found.
The Guru laughed and said, “That’s what is expected. Your bad words flew from you and done the damage. They can’t be recalled.”
“Better to stumble with the toe than with the tongue.” –Swahili proverb.

So very true..."An arrow can be pulled out of a wound, but a hurtful word stays forever in your heart." as the proverb says it is very apt. But when anger takes over any person they forget to watch and mind their tongue. So we should keep a check on our words.

That's the power of words. A small slip may collapse kingdoms.

usha manohar

704 19.5k 126.1k

10 years ago

#380390

No doubt about that but to a ceratin extent one can make amends with action..They say action speaks louder than words and if there is no reciprocation that is too bad and also shows a very rigid bent of mind. None of us is perfect and cannot be on our guard all the time, we do get carried away at times when we are overstressed . As long as people analyse and see what led the person to make that verbal outburst , things can be set right !

Pay no mind to those who talk behind your back, it simply means that you are two steps ahead !!!

Gulshan Kumar Ajmani

3.48k 21.9k 176.9k

10 years ago

#380393

The power of words has been well explained. However the method of explanation is certainly irrational. Generally, we all use good words. But when we are over excited or in angry or hate mood, we use bad words.

How to control bad words. Once, I listened to a Brahma Kumari sermon on T.V. The preacher- a Brahma Kumari advised that when ever you speak- (1) speak slowly (2) speak in low volume (3) speak sweet. Further, if you follow even a single suggestion, e.g. spreak slow, others will follow. When we are angry, we speak aloud and quickly. Followinbg the suggestion will be of big help.

G. K. Ajmani Tax consultant
http://gkajmani-mystraythoughts.blogspot.com/

Mousumi Ghosh

59 2.72k 23k

10 years ago

#380394

One should know the power of words. A good word bridges and a bad word breaks the bridges.
Once a young man behaved rudely with one of his friends. For his unruly behavior, the young man repented. He wanted to make amends to his behavior.
He approached a Guru and asked how to make amends for his rude behavior.
The Guru gave him a bunch of feathers and asked the young man to place feathers on the steps of every home in his locality and to collect them back the next day.
The next day the young man came to the Guru and said, none of the feathers he placed on the steps of homes were found.
The Guru laughed and said, “That’s what is expected. Your bad words flew from you and done the damage. They can’t be recalled.”
“Better to stumble with the toe than with the tongue.” –Swahili proverb.

So very true..."An arrow can be pulled out of a wound, but a hurtful word stays forever in your heart." as the proverb says it is very apt. But when anger takes over any person they forget to watch and mind their tongue. So we should keep a check on our words.

That's the power of words. A small slip may collapse kingdoms.

Yes, harsh words can burn the bridges, but at times when we have to say the truth ...it comes off as harsh and can hit the person hard. Is it possible to be honest and at the same time remain polite?

“A mistake is a crash-course in learning” – Billy Anderson

rambabu

1.49k 32k 218.8k

10 years ago

#380398

One should know the power of words. A good word bridges and a bad word breaks the bridges.
Once a young man behaved rudely with one of his friends. For his unruly behavior, the young man repented. He wanted to make amends to his behavior.
He approached a Guru and asked how to make amends for his rude behavior.
The Guru gave him a bunch of feathers and asked the young man to place feathers on the steps of every home in his locality and to collect them back the next day.
The next day the young man came to the Guru and said, none of the feathers he placed on the steps of homes were found.
The Guru laughed and said, “That’s what is expected. Your bad words flew from you and done the damage. They can’t be recalled.”
“Better to stumble with the toe than with the tongue.” –Swahili proverb.

So very true..."An arrow can be pulled out of a wound, but a hurtful word stays forever in your heart." as the proverb says it is very apt. But when anger takes over any person they forget to watch and mind their tongue. So we should keep a check on our words.

That's the power of words. A small slip may collapse kingdoms.

Yes, harsh words can burn the bridges, but at times when we have to say the truth ...it comes off as harsh and can hit the person hard. Is it possible to be honest and at the same time remain polite?

Why not? For this one should adopt diplomatic ways.
Sttic should not be broken, And the snake should not be killed is the famous adage.

Mousumi Ghosh

59 2.72k 23k

10 years ago

#380404

One should know the power of words. A good word bridges and a bad word breaks the bridges.
Once a young man behaved rudely with one of his friends. For his unruly behavior, the young man repented. He wanted to make amends to his behavior.
He approached a Guru and asked how to make amends for his rude behavior.
The Guru gave him a bunch of feathers and asked the young man to place feathers on the steps of every home in his locality and to collect them back the next day.
The next day the young man came to the Guru and said, none of the feathers he placed on the steps of homes were found.
The Guru laughed and said, “That’s what is expected. Your bad words flew from you and done the damage. They can’t be recalled.”
“Better to stumble with the toe than with the tongue.” –Swahili proverb.

So very true..."An arrow can be pulled out of a wound, but a hurtful word stays forever in your heart." as the proverb says it is very apt. But when anger takes over any person they forget to watch and mind their tongue. So we should keep a check on our words.

That's the power of words. A small slip may collapse kingdoms.

Yes, harsh words can burn the bridges, but at times when we have to say the truth ...it comes off as harsh and can hit the person hard. Is it possible to be honest and at the same time remain polite?

Why not? For this one should adopt diplomatic ways.
Sttic should not be broken, And the snake should not be killed is the famous adage.

Easier said than done..but like everything else this is art which needs to be practiced.

“A mistake is a crash-course in learning” – Billy Anderson

rambabu

1.49k 32k 218.8k

10 years ago

#380406

One should know the power of words. A good word bridges and a bad word breaks the bridges.
Once a young man behaved rudely with one of his friends. For his unruly behavior, the young man repented. He wanted to make amends to his behavior.
He approached a Guru and asked how to make amends for his rude behavior.
The Guru gave him a bunch of feathers and asked the young man to place feathers on the steps of every home in his locality and to collect them back the next day.
The next day the young man came to the Guru and said, none of the feathers he placed on the steps of homes were found.
The Guru laughed and said, “That’s what is expected. Your bad words flew from you and done the damage. They can’t be recalled.”
“Better to stumble with the toe than with the tongue.” –Swahili proverb.

So very true..."An arrow can be pulled out of a wound, but a hurtful word stays forever in your heart." as the proverb says it is very apt. But when anger takes over any person they forget to watch and mind their tongue. So we should keep a check on our words.

That's the power of words. A small slip may collapse kingdoms.

Yes, harsh words can burn the bridges, but at times when we have to say the truth ...it comes off as harsh and can hit the person hard. Is it possible to be honest and at the same time remain polite?

Why not? For this one should adopt diplomatic ways.
Sttic should not be broken, And the snake should not be killed is the famous adage.

Easier said than done..but like everything else this is art which needs to be practiced.

I agree. But to achieve good things one has to shed sweat. But worth it.

You do not have permissions to reply to this topic.

Title	Category	Replies
What are the impacts of modern technology on family communication?	Discussions	0
Women should get to wear whatever they want!	General Discussions	0
Understanding What Education Is?	Discussions	0
Whose birthdate is a lucky ?	General Discussions	0
importance of skill	Topics of Interest	0

Random Poll

Will recession period in India come again in IT field 2016?

Forum Categories

Trending Topics