Does the phase, "just because you can say something does not mean you should" have any truth to it?

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Aguysopinion4799 · Accepted Answer

Absolutely.
There are many things you can say, there is really no limit to what you can say, which is why you should also think through WHAT you are saying and decide if it is a good decision to share it.

There are times when you could say something but it would be damaging to the recipient

There are times when you could say something but would cause damage to the person who asked you not to say it

There are times when you could say something but it would be indirectly insulting someone

There are moments when you could say something that would be considered worldwide unacceptable

It is all about knowing what you are saying and how it will affect those around you.

There are also times when you may need to use a bit of damaging content at a degree to get your point across to stubborn individuals.

My point is that, I have had many chances to tell people something I know or wanted to say and realised that it would be a bad move to do so, even if it was a situation that would technically benefit them, it would hurt them as well, so sometimes let them figure it out on their own. In other times I learnt the hard way that I shouldn't have said something and rightfully had a hard time afterwards.

crmoore · Accepted Answer

Most definitely. I fully support the second amendment, I even think "hate speech" is categorized under free speech and should remain free. That being said, I don't think people should partake in hate speech, and I think anyone who does should be socially criticized.

BusyLizzie321 · Accepted Answer

I'd say it is... after all even if you can punch someone you dont like in the face, you probally shouldn't 😅
But even with less dramatic moments, people can do a lot of things but the consequences are often far more than what the individual wanted to and can do...

CubsterShura · Accepted Answer

Yes. You cannot be unkind to people in the name of 'freedom of speech'

OlderAndWiser · Answer

One of the most difficult lessons becoming an adult is learning when to not speak. For many people, verbal responses seem to occur as a subcortical process and keeping their mouth closed is a foreign concept.

blutwolfe · Answer

Ya cause instead of punching a guy in the face or some other petty crap cause he annoyed the shit out of me, I don't act on it, sometimes it's better to ignore it and move on.

"If you got nothing nice to say, don't say anything at all." old saying will keep you out of some deep shit sometimes

AzureGirl · Answer

Yeah. I’m a firm believer of “if you have nothing nice to say then don’t say anything.” There’s no reason to just go out of your way to insult someone or hurt their feelings.

Yads_Is_Back · Answer

Yes it does. However, I'm one of those people who will speak my mind as long as it's truthful. By that, I mean that I can hold my opinions to myself, but if it's factual then look out. Being honest CAN get you in trouble. I know first-hand.

AllieOops · Answer

I can only refer to this saying as a reference.

JackSmy · Answer

Something like that one from the Movie "Bambi", when one said, "If you can't say something nice, don't say nothing at all!"

My dad, gods rest him, always said: "Better to remain Silent, and be thought a FOOL, than open your mouth, and remove all doubt!"

djmzes · Answer

Simple

MyHonest2Cents · Answer

Sometimes you have to put feelings over logic. Even though it feels right to say.

Or when you know what's right but if you think the person wouldn't understand it or wouldn't take it well. Then maybe it is better to just hold back.

CupcakeKiller · Answer

Saying what's always on your mind is pretty much the same as being rude. This is definitely true.

aWes0MeNeSs · Answer

Yes. There are many things that are just unnecessary to say and only open up a can of worms.

KrisKris81 · Answer

We are supposedly intelligent creatures with the ability to reason and find compassion and logic in any situation. Simply blurting out the first thing that comes to mind can make the situation worse and make you look like an idiot.

Adam1978 · Answer

Yes, if saying something is just hurting someone without putting them on the right path you should remain silent.

The_Other · Answer

It depends on what it is that has to be said and the timing and agenda that the person hopes to accomplish.

AdithyaR · Answer

I believe in that. I always try my best to be polite to people even if what they're saying absolutely offensive or wrong But sometimes you have to do it.

Smashingdoozy · Answer

Yeah, you may have freedom of speech but you are still responsible for the repercussions of what you say causes.

NewZion · Answer

Yep. Especially in professional work place.  You can be yourself at the safety of your home. Your house, your rules, sort of XD

1CentWorth · Answer

yes, there are exception, though. This saying is only half the wisdom. the other half is "When something needs to be said, and no one says it, it still needs to be said."

Pistolpete90 · Answer

Absolutely. That's how you stay in a job :)

JosyJosy · Answer

Yes it's like joking with a close friend out loud, but you're at a funeral

KingdomForAKiss · Answer

Yes, I think that's true. It doesn't always need to be said.

FýrdracaDócincel · Answer

Depends on your ability to handle what could happen after.

OddBeMe · Answer

Sure. Or to rephrase, “Wise men speak when having something to say. Fools speak bc they have to say something.”

KrakenAttackin · Answer

Hell yes it does. As you get a bit older you realize often it is better to keep your mouth shut and LISTEN to those around you.

Stan_Control_ · Answer

It does. Words can hurt people. Just like bullets can. And it's not because the gun is loaded that you should empty the clip on someone.

Dchrls78104 · Answer

It's very true. In my country certain politicians are the proof; they are talking dangerous nonsense that could unnecessarily affect us negatively when they should do better just to shut up!!

ClassyMe · Answer

No! The truth hurts. People need to grow balls and get used to it

yaranzo · Answer

No. If I'm going to express myself in an honest way I'm not going to have a filter. Unless I care about them, which is rare.

HattieCat · Answer

Yes! There’s no reason to be mean.

themythos · Answer

Everyone should have a decent idea of when to keep their mouth shut. Like the intern from NASA telling people to "suck my dick" who lost the job.

Anonymous · Answer

Think up better questions please. I feel like you scraped the bottom of the barrel for this one.

Dinosaursandanime65 · Answer

It's just as meaningless as you are. Ha ha ha ha. . . HAAAAAA HAA HAA!!! don't judge

douride2 · Answer

Yes it is so very true.

GoodGuyBreakingBad · Answer

I agree yes you shouldn't

xZoeyx · Answer

yes.

SAMI_DABBAB · Answer

The difference between I want and I need

loveslongnails · Answer

Of course... it's called "tact". Or discretion.

AmandaYVR · Answer

Of course!

areuok · Answer

Or course

BCA6010 · Answer

That's a very subjective statement.

CT_CD · Answer

It has some truth to it

Bearzerk · Answer

Sometimes. It really depends on whats being said.

belle_kai · Answer

Absolutely!!!

Gedaria · Answer

Very true...

Anonymous · Answer

You shouldn't have said that.

chooche · Answer

I do. and i say some fucked up shit but im mental

bulletbob555 · Answer

True that.

mmckinley350 · Answer

True

Anonymous · Answer

Definitely

NorthwestRider · Answer

Sometimes

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