If you know something is hurtful and not true, don’t say it.
If you know something is hurtful and true, don’t say it.
If you know something is helpful but not true, don’t say it.
If you know something is helpful and true, find the right time to say it.
Mrs. Rabbit cautions her son: “Thumper!”
Thumper: Yes, mama?
Mrs. Rabbit: What did your father tell you this morning?
Thumper: [clears throat] If you can’t say something nice… don’t say nothing at all.
Wishing you peace and wellbeing as you pause and let your words pass through the three gates.
PS: Remember to hold the ones you love just a little closer and tighter this week (without expectation).