Cost Quote by George Herbert
“The tongue talkes at the heads cost.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Tongue", 1633
Suggests that speaking thoughtlessly harms others, likening it to a tongue cutting at someone's head.
In simple terms: Thoughtless words hurt others like a cutting tongue.
Key Takeaway
Think before speaking to avoid harm.
Themes
speech
harm
mindfulness
ethics
Mood
cautionary
ethical
Type
moral
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily conversations
- public speaking
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
communication ethics
self‑control
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies help you pause before speaking?
- When is blunt honesty appropriate?
A Different Perspective
May be overly harsh on casual speech.
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