Knowing what to say is important, but the real deal is knowing when to keep your mouth shut. The next time you feel you have to respond to someone, especially when you are angry, remember the words of the renowned poet Sufi Rumi: "The calmer you become, the more you can hear." Hearing more does not cause any tension, unlike talking loud and angry.
The following is a list of where to stay:
If you will anger the other person
During an argument, silence will help you listen closely and realize that your conversation partner will eventually get tired of talking. In a situation where it is necessary for you to impress someone or talk about something you do not like, give yourself 5 seconds to gather your thoughts before commenting. For example, if someone is telling you how bad their hair looks today and you also agree, you don't need to lie. You can respond with something how difficult it is to keep your hair looking good when it is hot or cold outside. By showing empathy you will prevent any potential conflicts.
If you are going to correct another person's mistake
Even if your only goal is to help, don't correct anyone, especially if you don't know them very well.
If you are going to offend someone
You may think that no one says anything with the intention of offending, but this is incorrect. Noticing, most of us, at times, feel jealous. It is mostly spent in sarcasm. Silence is a strong response will make you look better than your attempt to fix your image.
When you talk, you just have to talk
The first rule of speaking is not to just say something. If your words do not contribute to this case, you can save them for another time. You may encounter this type of behavior at school and work. For example: when the meeting is over, a random question may appear. The person asking the questions after the lesson is over is hated by everyone. Don't be that person.
