A reckless person is someone who acts without thinking. Sometimes they even make excuses for being reckless, like they have no control over their actions. This is reckless thinking.

Some will say, “that’s just how I am. I tell it like it is.” Statements such as this show no regard for mankind. Words can hurt. So can actions. If we ever hurt someone else, it should be unintentional.

The tongue is a small organ. But words matter. The tongue can inflict damage that lasts for generations.

The old saying “we should think before we speak” is a good one. Let’s use our words to lift others, to make a difference…