and his mouth invites a beating. (Proverbs 18:6)
There's an old saying I grew up with: "Don't let your mouth write a check that your rear-end can't cash." It's foolish to pop off at the mouth and say things that are mean and hurtful. Feelings are hurt, friendships are ruined, possibilities are extinguishes, and sometimes fights break because of ill-timed and ill-chosen words.
Choose your words carefully. If you feel anger welling up inside you, it might be best to walk away, calm down, and then deal with the situation. Let's use our words to build others up... and not tear them down.
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