ancient philosophy, art of speech, cultural perspectives, effective communication, historical anecdotes, interpersonal relationships, personal growth, philosophical insights, power of words, public speaking, socrates, transformative communication, wang yangming, wisdom of silence

Mastering the Art of Speech: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times

Speech is more than mere communication; it’s a form of spiritual discipline deeply ingrained in our daily lives. Without proper attention to this aspect, numerous troubles can arise, as words wield the power to shape realities and relationships. Insights from Wang Yangming Wang Yangming, a renowned philosopher of the Ming Dynasty, provided a profound lesson ...

Emma Lu

Cartoon drawing of two men in suits having a conversation.

2 Stories That Demonstrate the Power of Words

How powerful can words be? Many times, they just get spoken and go in one ear and out the other. The three examples that follow show the power of words and how the right words at the right time can be enough to change the course of one’s life. Ms. Wong was working as a ...

David Jirard

Pure words from the heart moved ne'er-do-wells to become better people (pixabay)