Tone of voice is EVERYTHING in communication, especially in volatile situations. Humor can also deescalate anger quickly. There are times that we need to stand for truth, but unbridled anger will destroy, and even can contradict, our message. We stand for righteousness, but at the same time we are yelling uncontrollably, or condemning, or using sarcasm? We all experience strong emotions that sometimes include anger. We can train ourselves to stop before speaking, and take a moment to think about how we can express our thoughts without making personal attacks. Knee jerk reactions are always dangerous. Even 5 seconds of quiet thought before speaking can help us drop our "weapons."
Joni HiltonApril 15, 2026
Love love love this! Sharing it widely. Many thanks!
SdgApril 15, 2026
Thanks for this well-articulated article. It helped me.see where I fall short. Will be working on that pause so I can be heard with a gentle voice.
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MaryannApril 15, 2026
Tone of voice is EVERYTHING in communication, especially in volatile situations. Humor can also deescalate anger quickly. There are times that we need to stand for truth, but unbridled anger will destroy, and even can contradict, our message. We stand for righteousness, but at the same time we are yelling uncontrollably, or condemning, or using sarcasm? We all experience strong emotions that sometimes include anger. We can train ourselves to stop before speaking, and take a moment to think about how we can express our thoughts without making personal attacks. Knee jerk reactions are always dangerous. Even 5 seconds of quiet thought before speaking can help us drop our "weapons."
Joni HiltonApril 15, 2026
Love love love this! Sharing it widely. Many thanks!
SdgApril 15, 2026
Thanks for this well-articulated article. It helped me.see where I fall short. Will be working on that pause so I can be heard with a gentle voice.
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