We all have certain spiritual lessons to learn in life and one of mine is to know when and how to say things that I believe to be true without being misinterpreted and offended by my presentation. There are few people who ‘know’ what is a truthful statement and when to announce it and when it is better left unsaid. No doubt that is why Amma said “no comment” when asked about the current situation in the United States and Jesus was silent with no response when Pilot asked him “what is truth?” Since we were not there perhaps he did not even give Jesus the chance to answer but he did not find any guilt in him. It was the people and the religious people that sought no answer. Some people are offended by answers or possible solutions to difficult situations. In which case anything we say can be held against us.
this reminds me of giving unsolicited advice. in my experience, if someone doesn't want to hear it or doesn't understand it is because they aren't ready. it isn't always an argumentative thing, i've seen it that a person needed to go through whatever personal experience before any reciprocation could take place. i too am learning how to speak or not, as i interact with a wild array of personality types-
at the same time... i'm no saint and i know i have irritabilities while i interact with others that i'm not understanding. im not willing to sacrifice my well being in order to make others happy but i can try to step back and bring as little friction as possible. i think good intentions outweigh our inability to demonstrate tact or form. it is a practice afterall.
