Words have the power to brighten someone’s day or completely ruin it. They can uplift a person or leave them in sorrow. That’s why we must be mindful of every word we speak. Unfortunately, I learned this lesson the hard way.
One afternoon, my friend and I went to the stalls to grab something to eat. As we arrived, I saw her talking to someone she hadn’t been on good terms with for a while. Without thinking much, I blurted out, “You guys started talking again? Wow!” My voice was louder than I had intended, and the impact was immediate. Both of their smiles faded, and an awkward silence settled between us. It was then that I realized they weren’t exactly friends again; they were merely being polite to each other.
Guilt settled in as I watched them exchange glances, clearly uncomfortable. My words had unintentionally exposed a fragile situation, possibly making things worse instead of better. I wanted to take back what I said, to clarify that I didn’t mean any harm, but the damage had already been done.
That incident made me reflect on how easy it is to hurt someone with words, even without intending to. We often speak without considering how our words might be received, assuming they carry the same harmless intent with which we say them. But words, once spoken, cannot be taken back.
From that day on, I became more conscious of how I phrase my thoughts. I learned that sometimes, silence is better than saying something thoughtlessly. A simple remark, even if unintentional, can hold the power to shift someone’s emotions or even relationships. And so, I remind myself: Speak with care, because words linger long after they are spoken.
I am back after a break :)♡
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