Proverbs 15:1 Solomon says a gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. The tone of your response often determines whether a conflict escalates or de-escalates. Choose your tone deliberately. The same words said differently can produce completely different outcomes. Respond gently even when provoked. Gentleness under pressure is harder — and more effective — than gentleness in ease. Recognize harsh words as fuel. Harshness rarely calms a situation. It us