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Communication Quote by Prem Prakash

“A yogi is much more disciplined in his speech. Yogic tradition has it that speech must pass before three barriers prior to being uttered aloud. These barriers come in the form of three questions: Is it kind? Is it true? Is it necessary? (112-113)” quote by Prem Prakash
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““A yogi is much more disciplined in his speech. Yogic tradition has it that speech must pass before three barriers prior to being uttered aloud. These barriers come in the form of three questions: Is it kind? Is it true? Is it necessary? (112-113)””

Prem Prakash

About This Quote

Source Book: The Yoga of Speech by Prem Prakash, 2010

Speech should be filtered through kindness, truth, and necessity before being spoken.

In simple terms: Think before you speak: be kind, true, needed.

Key Takeaway

Apply the three‑question filter.

Themes

ethics communication self‑control

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • teaching
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

mindful speech moral philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it okay to speak without full necessity?
  • How can you balance truth with kindness?
A Different Perspective

Rigid filtering may suppress necessary honesty.

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