Sticks and Stones

They say battles are won with warriors, but wars are won with words.

Words have tremendous power and enter the mind without permission to set up shop, rent-free. Positive or negative.

Ultimately, the things we say reveal our heart, so if you don’t have anything nice to say…​ you know what to do.

“On the day of judgement, people will give account for every careless word they speak​.” ~​ Jesus

Pro Tip: If you get a shot across the bow, it’s worth the effort to confirm they meant it.

“I get the impression you are attacking my character with that comment. Am I hearing that right?”

Assuming malice will cause resentment and is a schoolyard response.