We have two ears but one mouth so talk less and listen more.

I often find myself ramble on and cutting people off during conversation. Interjections of the sort really have nothing to add to the conversation but it impulsive to say the least. It might just as well be an ego issue. I decided that i need to break the habit and possible re-gift the gift of gab.

I have given myself a limit of using only 500 words a day. I only answer when i am being addressed, so no butting in to conversations I am not in part of. I also try to use the least amount of words possible. One word answers are a bit rude but in this case the ends justify the need. I keep a running tally of the day and I get close to 500 words, sometimes I am over other times i come in a few words shorts of the limit.

I find that i am a bit more patient with things now and pay more attention to what is being said. When responding i get to the point rather than dodging a question or using weasel words. It also helps silence my inner voice and i tend not to have monologues.