The human mind is complex. Thoughts, emotions, and decisions converge. Within exists an inner voice that shapes our choices and influences our behavior.
It is known by various names: conscience, inner voice, gut instinct, and inner monologue. Regardless of what it is called, it plays a pivotal role in our daily existence.
Many people use it to guide their decisions. Should they accept that job offer? Others to decide what actions to take or words to speak. Should they confront a friend about their hurtful words? Should they say something to the person who stepped in line ahead of them?
We all know the other kinds of people. They seem to blurt out the first thing that comes into their head. They skip the mental deliberation. They do not think before they speak. They do not re-read their email, text or comments before pressing Enter.
And what happens next? Do they take responsibility? Some do. They acknowledge their missteps, learn, and grow. But others? They blame their temper, the extra drink, or concoct flimsy excuses. Deleting an ill-conceived email will not erase its impact.
Remember these well-established truths:
Actions have consequences.
Spoken words cannot be unheard.
Written words cannot be unseen.
So, how well does your inner voice serve you?
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Today my inner voice is telling me not to bother responding to the blogger who is trolling me over on the Site Support blog.
@smartasswoman That’s why your profile name suits you so well 😊.
Stooping to his level, only gives him the attention and reaction he is seeking. Silence is golden.
I did an on the fly essay using Let your conscious be your guide. I was clepping our of college english. It got me 9 hours of credit, LOL.
I often listen to my inner voice. She can be a nagging bitch and she also has some big realities that she dishes out. Best advice soooo often.
Yes, I refer to it as her. Gives me someone to talk to late at night, LOL.
Hugs!!
@PonyGirl1965 I 💕 that you refer to your inner voice as ‘She’. Trusting our inner voice usually leads us to making the right decisions. Thanks for sharing your perspective!
Those various names you mentioned? I have all of them. They are the four corners of my inner compass. It works fairly well for me but I'll admit that it isn't fool proof.
@superbjversion2 None of us are perfect. Awareness of the impact words and actions can have, helps us maintain an even keel.
Great read as it's so very true. I have to say though
I tend to listen more to my gut instincts as they
have served me quite well over the years.
We should always think before we speak. and in
saying that there are times well you have to speak
your mind and tell it like it is, but nicely..
I hope your Monday is a great start to your week..
@Tmptrzz There is a big difference between expressing an opinion and being heartless and unkind. What bothers me is the poor excuses given for the bad behaviour. I know you always try to frame your comments in a positive way 😊
@sexyldy1000 I know what you mean as we
have dealt with that kind of thing here for
many years.
We should always treat others with kindness
and respect. Until it's time not to and I know
you know exactly what I mean too.
Thank you so much hun I do try but sometimes
some make it so hard for me to do so..
@Tmptrzz The behaviour I was referring to happens far beyond these walls.
I know that.done that befor it sucks
My unfiltered inner monologue has occasionally bypassed security checks and rushed out into the open. That has caused me some grief in the past. I've been paying closer attention to that voice and now block the exit of those first few words and thoughts... for the most part.
It buys me time to find more polite synonyms. Or move completely to more positive thoughts.
@Paulxx001 Awareness contributes to better outcomes.
So true
Hello Lady. Interesting blog, thank
I've learned to listen better to my inner voice. It's something we all can work on, and take a lifetime to master.
Hugs to you my friend!
@resant78 it reminds me of the expression, “Let your conscience be your guide” Nice to see you drop by 😊