pearls of wisdom
A generosity, constructive style of communication offering insight, guidance and/or encouragement. Intentionally shared with little expectations of anything in return - intended growth for the receiver.
usING words wisely IS AN ART
open & honest
When someone speaks carelessly, the impact on you is immediate—you might feel dismissed, irritated, or disrespected. But the intent behind their words isn’t always as harsh as the delivery. Some people are blunt, others lack awareness, and a few genuinely mean harm. If you react as though all three are the same, you’ll either escalate unnecessarily or tolerate too much.
“Beautiful” conversations don’t just happen because we aim for them. They’re a balance of friction and restraint.
The prickly moments matter. That’s where honesty lives.
But without care, honesty can quickly turn into defensiveness… or just point-scoring.
Real conversation isn’t about winning.
It’s about understanding - even when it’s uncomfortable.
Let's understand conversations a little better....
choose your response wisely
showers of butterflies
Gentle, affectionate, uplifting messages that tend to create warmth and closeness. They often create short term feelings, take note to remember words can be cheap and these are extrinsic compliments.
throwing rotten fruit
Hostile, shaming communication aimed at embarassing or blaming others; often in front of others and performative related. Immediate harm is intended with this type of communication.
hurtling knives
Deliberately hurtful remarks intended to wound, often reflects the speaker's emotional distress or instability. Words as knives, used repeatedly, tend to evoke long term harm.