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TAMING YOUR TONGUE
BYBRITISH CONNECTIONS
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The big destruction to people and Friends through rumour, gossip, half truth, and evil speakingis extremely dangerous
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10 Tips for Taming Your Tongue
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1.Recognize that swearing
DOES DAMAGE
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You probably swear because…..
• It is easy to express ANGER• Fun, • It is Fashionable• Breaks rules, and
• You believe it will reduces anger and pain.
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• But the NEGATIVES outweigh the POSITIVES
• You really DON’T WIN an argument by swearing.
• You DON’T PROVE that you are smart or articulate.
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• You DON’T EARN respect or admiration.
• YOU DON’T motivate, • you intimidate. • Swearing DOESN’T get you
hired, • promoted, or • romantically connected.
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2. Start by eliminating casual
swearing.
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• Pretend that your sweet little grandmother or your MOTHER or FATHER is
always next to you.
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3. Think positively.
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• Look to the bright side. • Develop a "can do"
attitude. • Worry only to the point
that motivates you to prepare for the problem, then hope for the best.
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• A positive mental attitude not only STOPS lots of swearing but also…
• it brings you SATISFACTION and BRIGHTENS your personality.
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• Practice patience.
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• When you are stuck in line or in traffic, ask yourself if a few more minutes matters.
• Be honest -- does it really matter? If so, and you have no control of the situation,
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• Think of alternative words.
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• Take the time to develop your own list of alternatives to the nasty words you now use, relying on your own intelligence, good books,
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• Select a few powerful or even funny words, and get in the habit of substituting them for swear words.
• They might not give you satisfaction at first, but they will eventually.
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•Cope, don't curse.
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•We live in an imperfect world, yet our expectations continually increase. Each day can be filled with frustrations, delays, disappointments and Anger.
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•The fact is, we have to deal with them anyway.
So stop cursing and learn to cope.
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•Believe that even the smallest problem a challenge, and feel proud of yourself for taking care of it cheerfully and efficiently.
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•Stop complaining.
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• Before you start griping or whining about something, remind yourself of a very
important reality: No one wants to hear it! Why would they?
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•Avoid complaining about matters that you and the people with you, have no control over.
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• For all other complaints, Try to offer a SENSIBLE solution. Others will admire your common sense, wisdom and calm approach to the problem.
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• Make your point politely.
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• Think of the response to what you are about to say,
• DON’T USE ; “I DON’T Care”
Instead say:
• "It really doesn't matter," or
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• "I think my way is faster."
• This last reply is a justification that the other person might appreciate. Take the time to make your point in a mature and convincing manner.
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•Think of what you should have said instead.
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• It is easy to blurt out a swear word at an inappropriate time, before you have a chance to consider the impact.
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• If you make a statement that you later realize was negative, or rude, think of how you could have phrased the statement. Over time, these exercises will train you to think and act differently.
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•Work at it. [ To which we might add, Pray! ]
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• Breaking the swearing habit might prove to be no easier that losing weight,
• giving up cigarettes, or • correcting any other habit.
It takes practice, support from others, and a true desire to
be a better person --
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• not only by controlling your language, but
• The emotions that make you to swear.
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Here are a few exercises to
condition yourself:
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• Think in clean language, and switch negative thoughts into positive solutions.
• Plan ahead what you will say and how you will say it.
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• A little word dropped carelessly is like a lighted match
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A little word dropped carelessly is like a lighted match
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