“It’s not so much knowing when to speak,
but when to pause.”
- Jack Benny

 Comedian Benny’s comment was probably about pausing to obtain the best laughter. But pausing before speaking is wise in all communication.

             Consider pausing and saying Hmmm in some conversations you have today, especially those that could become argumentative. Why?

            Saying Hmmm conveys respect to the other person. It’s as if we are saying, “Let me think about that.”
 

And saying Hmmm help us to do just that. Pausing gives us a moment to respond with care rather than react. Hmmm can help us wonder, consider, and make room for seeing something differently.  
 

I like the sound of it too. And the feeling of peace it sometimes produces.  See for yourself. Try it today. Hmmm.

Charlene