Today we continue with the 10 Habits of Positive Speech:
1.Say only positive statements. Derogatory statements, even if true are forbidden.
2.Promote people’s well being. Any statement that can cause a person physical, financial or emotional harm is Lashon Hora.
3.Humor is great, but make sure jokes are not at someone else’s expense.
4.Avoid speaking badly even about yourself.
5.Communicating Lashon Hora through writing, verbal hints or body language is as bad as saying it.
6.It takes two to gossip. Don’t listen, change the topic or walk away if necessary. Lashon hora kills three people spiritually and sadly sometimes even physically “the one that speaks, the one that listens and the one their talking about”.
7. Give others the benefit of the doubt.
8. Refrain from conveying negative stereotypes or information about a group of people or organization.
9.Communicate with others with kind and supportive words.
10. The only time you are allowed to talk about someone is when you have to earn someone about potential harm. For example a prospective business or marriage partner. Make sure the information is accurate.
