ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Never say anything

Well kiddo, sometimes it's better to keep quiet and not say anything at all. It's like when you accidentally spill juice on the floor and your mom asks who did it. Even if you did it, it's better to not say anything and let someone else take the blame if they want to, because then no one will get in trouble.

Sometimes people say things that might hurt others, or get themselves into trouble. So if you don't have anything nice or helpful to say, then it's better to just keep quiet. It's kind of like the old saying, "if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all."

It's also important to remember that silence can be powerful. It can show that you're listening, thinking, or being respectful. Sometimes just being present and not saying anything is enough to make someone else feel supported or loved.

So remember, sometimes it's better to just be quiet and not say anything. It can keep you out of trouble, prevent others from getting hurt, and show that you care without words.