Slip of the Tongue

Even if you’ve said something wrong, don’t give up just because it feels like the damage is done.
The good news? Words aren’t like spilled water—you can clean them up.
It all depends on how you handle it.
Even if someone else triggered your mistake, owning up to it and making it right quickly can turn a slip into a valuable lesson.
Remember: a one-time mistake can be fixed.
But repeating the same one? That’s no longer a mistake—it’s a habit.

Everyone, whether they’re young or old, makes mistakes when they speak.
But being an adult isn’t just about age.
The real difference shows up right after a mistake—when someone recognizes it, sincerely apologizes, and works to avoid repeating it.
If a five-year-old does that, they’re showing maturity.
But if a sixty-year-old doesn’t, maybe they’re still growing up.

mistake, apology, growth