Iris Boy
Think, then speak, like still water.
What this friend is telling you
Iris Boy stands on a riverbank at dawn, where the water is so calm that every iris can see itself perfectly in it. When water churns, there is no reflection at all. Words are the same. Mad, rushed words come out blurry, and blurry words cause trouble. When something big needs saying — an apology, a hard truth, standing up for yourself — let your water go still first. Then say it, clear and kind.
Watch out for…
hitting "send" while you are still boiling. Boiling water shows nothing true.
Try this
Before you say or send something heated, count five slow breaths. If it is still true and still needed, say it kindly.