“Words are wise men's counters, they do but reckon by them; but they are the money of fools.”
— Thomas Hobbes
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When smart people talk, they use words carefully, like how accountants use counters to count things. They're thoughtful and precise with what they say. For them, words are tools to work out problems or explain ideas clearly. On the other hand, people who aren't as wise treat words like money, thinking the more they have, the better. They often just talk a lot without thinking much about what they are saying and can get into trouble because of it. Imagine someone in a meeting who speaks just to hear their own voice versus another person who speaks less but makes very important points. The quiet, thoughtful person is more likely to say something valuable. So, it's best to think before you speak and use your words wisely.
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Communication Foolishness Intelligence Language Meaning Misinterpretation Perception Value Wisdom Words
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