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1. Speak softly “A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” (Proverbs 15:1) Gentle words can defuse tension faster than a fire extinguisher at a barbecue. 2. Choose ...

A good many of you are probably acquainted with the old proverb, ‘Speak softly and carry a big stick—you will go far.’ If a man continually blusters, if he lacks civility, a big stick will ...

President Theodore Roosevelt’s most famous quote is his advice to “speak softly and carry a big stick.” But it is often taken out of context. Roosevelt made it clear that he was introducing his ...

Capricorns are urged to prioritize tone over words in all interactions. Softness and calmness will yield better results in ...