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Saturday, February 21, 2026

A quick reminder:

we all know some words are better left unsaid. Conversely, this adage suggests that some words are best said.

Precise language impacts worldview. Words influence action. So, dear friends, what if you and I—at some point today—released this word like a balloon into this sorry world? 

It certainly couldn't hurt, could it? 

Posted by DB Stewart at 5:35 AM
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30 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2026 at 6:04 AM

    Codex: Truth.
    But how does this word differ from compassion?

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    1. DB StewartFebruary 21, 2026 at 9:31 AM

      Remember that the brain loves novelty.

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    2. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2026 at 10:07 AM

      Codex: I have been looking for a word between compassion and empathy. Does it even exist?

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    3. DB StewartFebruary 22, 2026 at 10:43 PM

      Fun (but tough) question...sympathy? sentiment? attention? understanding? philia?

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  2. Debra She Who SeeksFebruary 21, 2026 at 6:44 AM

    This word does get used all the time but in its longer opposite word -- "ruthless."

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  3. John A HillFebruary 21, 2026 at 7:22 AM

    Compassion for others is good

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  4. AnvilcloudFebruary 21, 2026 at 7:41 AM

    I will try a little ruth today and also remember that's my wife's middle name, and it suits.

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  5. Kathy GFebruary 21, 2026 at 8:42 AM

    I hadn't seen this word before, but I like the way you think.

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  6. PixieFebruary 21, 2026 at 9:12 AM

    I have a friend called Ruth and this describes her very well.

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  7. Margaret (Peggy or Peg too)February 21, 2026 at 9:33 AM

    Thank you for this lesson. I had not heard Ruth used in this way. Compassion for others is good no matter the name.🧡

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  8. TomFebruary 21, 2026 at 12:21 PM

    ...yet another word that is new to me, thanks!

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  9. 37paddingtonFebruary 21, 2026 at 4:27 PM

    What a wonderful way to think of language, releasing its healing power into the world like colorful balloons.

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  10. JFebruary 21, 2026 at 5:48 PM

    I have never heard ruth used this way, only ruthless. I like learning new words though, thank you.

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  11. ChristinaFebruary 22, 2026 at 7:51 AM

    A new to me word, I was only familiar with the name Ruth. I do rather like, also like to have a meaning for a name I also like.

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  12. Midwest MarkFebruary 22, 2026 at 8:39 AM

    I say we add the word "ruthmore" to counteract its evil twin.

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  13. jabblogFebruary 23, 2026 at 6:10 AM

    It puts a new spin on ruthless, doesn't it?

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  14. jenny_oFebruary 23, 2026 at 6:56 PM

    I didn't realize this word existed! Thanks for the tidbit, DB :)

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  15. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2026 at 10:19 PM

    Kay of Musings: I’ve never heard of this word, and yet it’s something we should all remember.

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  16. FitFoodieMeghaFebruary 28, 2026 at 2:14 AM

    New to me! thank you for sharing! :)

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