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Janice Walton's avatar

Hi Jan, I read an article recently, The Seduction of Adult Gossip, which introduced me to the 4 GATES OF SPEECH. I've been experimenting with that as my guide.

TRUE: Is what I have to say true?

NECESSARY: Is what I have to say necessary?

TIMING: Is now the appropriate time to say this?

KINDNESS: Is what I'm saying kind?

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Elizabeth de Pancorvo's avatar

It's hard not to do it, but when it crosses my mind, I try to put myself in the other person's shoes. 🤗

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