A Gentle Answer (Proverbs 15)

When someone honks their horn, scowls at you, or offers some sort of symbol of their affection, it makes you mad. You're mad because they're mad. A harsh word stirs up anger just like Proverbs 15 says. The same thing happens in relationships. When I bring home the road rage, it escalates negativity. Unless someone compassionately responds to me. Looking past what is outside, listening to what is inside, and then hugging it. Yes, a harsh word stirs up anger. But a gentle answer turns away wrath.