Think Before you Speak

I just read an article in the 'Yoga Journal' about thinking through things before speaking them. Really thinking about the effect of your words on someone else, the world, etc. This is great advice. So often I speak, and try to speak from the heart, but my words do not communicate that.

Recently I said something to a dear friend, my heart was pure, my intent good, but my words did not portray that... and we had a misunderstanding. I hurt my friend. I am devestated. Words are powerful, intent quiet. I hope my dear friend will forgive me. I am so far from perfect, I have a long road to travel for personal growth, I make mistakes.

I am sorry.