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Toga Quote by Fahrudin Sinanović

“Riječ je kao i dlan. Dlanom nekoga možeš ošamariti, ali i pomilovati po obrazu. Riječju nekoga možeš utješiti, razveseliti, nasmijati, oduševiti.. Ali riječju možeš nekoga uvrijediti, poniziti, rasplakati i rastužiti… Pa čak i onda kada ti to nije namjera. Zato pazi na riječi.” quote by Fahrudin Sinanović
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““Riječ je kao i dlan. Dlanom nekoga možeš ošamariti, ali i pomilovati po obrazu. Riječju nekoga možeš utješiti, razveseliti, nasmijati, oduševiti.. Ali riječju možeš nekoga uvrijediti, poniziti, rasplakati i rastužiti… Pa čak i onda kada ti to nije namjera. Zato pazi na riječi.””

Fahrudin Sinanović

About This Quote

Source Speech: Unknown, likely public talk, 2020s

Words can heal or harm, like a hand that can strike or soothe; intent matters but impact can be unintended.

In simple terms: Words can hurt or help, even unintentionally.

Key Takeaway

Choose words carefully to avoid unintended harm.

Themes

communication empathy responsibility

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • leadership
  • public speaking
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology social impact language dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you ensure your words uplift rather than wound?
  • What steps can you take to repair harm caused by careless speech?
A Different Perspective

Even with good intent, words may still cause pain if not considered.

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