“He thought much but said little.” From the Hobbit by J.R.R.
Tolkien
Words without power are just sounds with no direction. Many
words can be spoken but if not intelligible then they are hindered in their
impact toward the listener. Thinking allows one to solidify ideas and concepts
not tightly structured; it helps us realize what we know or do not know.
Furthermore, speaking without processing, most times, is bad or out of turn and
not thoughtful. Words have more meaning to others when they mean a lot more to
you first. You, thinking about what to say and making it intentional, will be
that much more impactful to others. Furthermore, if you speak little, let the
little speak a lot for itself. What I mean is, let the words be empowered by
the life lived because the person, in the end, will convey the message to
others more through their actions than their words. However, I do believe also
that there is a definite advantage, or at least, not a character defect in
being talkative, open and social. I believe we try to overcorrect ourselves too
much and stop talking when that’s not the answer. Being social, open, and
talkative (to an extent where it is not out of turn unless, necessary) helps to
establish connections with people and create healthier relationships and bonds.
Being open also helps to be transparent with others about what you are
processing mentally, spiritually, or emotionally and thus can give feedback
that can be very beneficial. Furthermore, in most business and board meetings where
groups are brain-storming, speaking up of ideas, even if under developed in
thought, are beneficial because it helps to stir the pot of conversations and
ideas and might just catalyze a golden idea for someone else in the room that
can apply to everyone. On the other hand, being reserved is not bad either
because the thought processes of a more internal individual are different from
others because they have been developed in a more secure area. Those types of
people are able to give ideas also that are unique and different in their own
way. In the end, it is about what is comfortable and natural to the individual,
but in a healthy way of communication to him or her self and others.
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