June 23, 2026 - Say What You Mean, Mean What You Say

My thought for today is a slogan. Mean what you say and say what you mean and don't say it mean. It's a simple slogan. Speak truthfully and make sure that your actions match your words. It's a lot like don't just talk the talk, but walk the walk too. It's a good way to build trust in a relationship. I often tell new people who are looking for a sponsor to watch people in meetings. When they find someone they think would be a good sponsor, invite that someone to go for coffee and when you're in the coffee shop, watch them in there, too. A lot of people talk a high grade of program in a meeting but when they are out in public, they may be completely different. If they're talking about everyone else when in the coffee shop, you might wonder what they'll be saying about you when I'm not there to defend yourself. Integrity is doing what my mouth promised.