Words

Words

Words are one's mind; 

There are words that are one's own 

and there are words of the Universe.

When words are spoken well, 

it can have a great impact on the listener; 

but when they are not, they cause much distress.

In a world full of words, 

false and useless words cannot even called words.

True words are those that are spoken with no self whatsoever. 

One must always speak sincerely for sincerity is Truth -

always speak words that are calm and peaceful; 

always speak words without mind; 

always speak with a constant heart; 

always speak words that can be kept; 

always speak your own mind; 

always speak your will without any mind; 

always speak carefully;

always speak of things just as they are;

always think before speaking;

always speak in a bright manner;

always speak affectionately;

always speak politely;

always speak like an innocent wife;

always speak cheerfully, in a pleasing tone;

always speak from the other person's point of view;

always speak from the heart;

always speak with warm affection;

always speak in a way that benefits the listener.

Only when one always speaks in this way 

are his words those of value and Truth.

Reference: The Great Teacher Woo Myung's Book "The Book of Wisdom" p. 332.