
Part of Me Still Thinks It’s Funny
Sometimes awareness begins when a phrase we’ve said for years suddenly stays with us longer than expected. A reflection on humor, language, intent, impact, and the gray areas in between.

Sometimes awareness begins when a phrase we’ve said for years suddenly stays with us longer than expected. A reflection on humor, language, intent, impact, and the gray areas in between.

We speak thousands of words each day — but how often do we notice their impact? This reflection explores how mindfulness and the Buddhist teaching of Wise Speech can transform the way we communicate. Through personal examples and gentle awareness, it’s a reminder that every word creates a ripple.