The Art of Speaking.

I saw this in website and was amused.

Amazing amount of wisdom in a small picture frame. It’s something I strive to do better every day.

Here’s the English translation -

The Art of Speaking.

Matters that are urgent: Speak slowly.

Matters that are small: Speak with humor.

Matters that did not happen: Don’t need to speak.

Matters that hurt others: Do NOT speak.

Matters that are happy: Speak in the appropriate circumstances.

Other people’s matters : Speak with care.

The elders’ matters: Listen more and speak less.

The children’s matters: Speak with guidance.

Big matters: Speak clearly and precisely.

Matters you have no confidence in: Speak cautiously.

Matters that you cannot do or deliver: Don’t anyhow say.

Unhappy matters: Find the right person to talk to.

Sad matters: Don’t start talking about it every time you meet someone.

Own matters: Listen to what others have to say about it.

Couple matters: Speak in a discussive manner.