Silence is surely a powerful tool in certain situations, like sometimes it is better to hold back and not say anything than to lash out impulsively or say something hurtful. However, I wouldn't necessarily say that silence is always the best form of revenge - it really depends on the circumstances and what you are trying to achieve. Sometimes speaking up and asserting yourself can be more effective than staying quiet. And at other times, forgiveness might be the best course of action rather than seeking revenge at all and there is no one-size-fits-all all answer when it comes to how we respond to difficult situations - we have to use our own judgement based on the specific context of each situation — while silence certainly has its place in some scenarios as a means of self-protection or restraint, I don't believe that it is always the ideal response. 🌻

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I think it is true that beliefs can be very powerful and influential in our lives especially when we believe something to be true and it shapes how we view the world around us and even affect our behaviour. It becomes more than just a passing thought or idea, it takes on a life of its own and becomes part of who we are as individuals. However, I wouldn't go so far as to say that beliefs completely control the mind - cause we still have agency over our thoughts and actions. While beliefs can be incredibly strong motivators for us, they don't necessarily dictate every aspect of our lives. We still have the ability to question them, challenge them, and change them if need be — while beliefs certainly hold power over us in many ways - both positive and negative - I would argue that they exist within a larger context of free will and personal choice which allows us to grow beyond their limitations when necessary. 🌻

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