Choose carefully

I try my very best to live my life by two simple mantras:

-Less said; easier mended.
-Use the 24 hour rule.

How do I accomplish this? When you want to respond to someone with negative emotions:
1. Start an email to them.
2. Don't put any names on it.
3. Don't put a subject line.
4. Type everything you are feeling.
5. Read it over a minimum of five times.
6. Delete it.
7. Try again in 24 hours.

By doing this you have possibly saved yourself and someone else from unnecessary hurt. Wisely use that space between hearing and responding. Pause. Choose carefully. Your need to hurt is your issue. Work on that. <3