Wise Men Speak Because They Have Something To Say; Fools Speak Because They Have To Say Something

Communication is essential to human interaction - both on an individual level, and as a society. We have accomplished great things with both the written and spoken word.

Communication is a transfer of ideas. When we fill our mind with new ideas, great thoughts and the wisdom of the ages, we have something to talk about, people take notice, and listen. We can speak about life and love. People will be drawn to us.

However, we also have to remember that sometimes, silence is golden.

On the other hand, when we fill our mind with garbage, when we engage in pettiness, gossip, and speak words that tear down and destroy, we will build a bad reputation in the process. People are attracted to positive, and repelled by the negative.

When you look at how you communicate with others, keep in mind, speak, when you have something to say, and just be in the presence, when non-verbal communication will work just fine. It is like sending a smiling face in your email or message.

Herb Ratsch