When to hold back

If it will cause more harm than good.

If it will create an unfair balance of power and authority.

If you recognize your intention is about building walls and not bridges.

If you haven’t taken the time or given the effort to understand the situation or the individual.

The easier approach is to react. The alternative is to pause and push aside our need for short-term gratification in order to understand the long-term effects of our decisions.

If it doesn't help us move forward, lets hold back.