Do you or a loved one suffer from Verbal Incontinence?
Verbal Incontinence is a psychological disorder that millions of Americans struggle with every day. Symptoms of VI include spouting off about nothing of importance, "random humor," and asking absurd questions that could be answered, or disregarded, after a moment of thought.
"People used to groan when I entered a room," says Jack. "They'd steel themselves to hear whatever stupid garbage was about to erupt from my face. I didn't even notice how much I was despised for the longest time. It was terrible."
VI can affect online interactions, too. "I used to post endlessly on social networks. One post, right after another, each and every one about nothing of consequence. Sometimes I'd just type a bunch of emojis and hit 'enter'! I didn't think anything of it at the time, but now I can only imagine the people who were my friends out of charity clawing their eyes out," says Becky.
There are many potential causes of Verbal Incontinence; the four most common are either not receiving enough attention as a child, being told far too often that you're unique as a child, the consumption of alcohol, or the use of cannabis.
Thankfully, there is help: shutting up and thinking for a second.
Shutting up and thinking for a second is quick, easy, and not addictive. It requires no prescription, and can be done as frequently as one likes.
"Once I started shutting up and thinking for a second, everyone around me got a lot more pleasant. I didn't see any hatred in their eyes," says Jack.
"After shutting up, thinking, and putting a lot more effort into what I posted," says Becky, " I found that I made deeper connections with people online. It was super fulfilling and free of superficial idiocy!"
You don't have to be a victim of Verbal Incontinence; try shutting up and thinking for a second today!