As a twenty-something I cannot express how much I love this “at- your- finger- tips”  kind of communication. I use it constantly to stay in touch and stay on top of what I need to get done during the week. With instant communication I can share exactly what I am thinking, at almost the exact time I think it.

However , I’ve begun to believe that this “insta-talk” can also have its drawbacks. Sometimes my first thought isn’t the best or most helpful one to share with others (shocking I know). How many of you have quickly responded to an email from a co- worker only to wish you could un- send and put the words back in your mouth? I think that with instant communication we often send out the first rough draft of our thoughts, rather then the published edition.

It’s with this thought in my mind; I can’t help but hear my mom’s voice , “Erica, think before you speak!” Just because I can communicate instantly doesn’t mean I should. Sometimes the best way that I (and you) can speak with others, is by taking a few extra moments to keep our mouth shut.