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Chapter 9: Eloquence

Have you ever been in a situation when after you’ve had a conversation with
someone, you think of something great you should have said? This has

happened to me a lot in both good and bad situations. If you are anything like
me, you hate that feeling.

You want to go back to them and tell them you want to add something to a
conversation you had over a month ago a conversation that they probably
don’t even remember. You aren’t going to do this, but you really want to.

You might feel like you just don’t know the right things to say, so here are
some ways to help you become eloquent and witty.

Wit is a great quality to have and it is a great way to get someone to let down

their guard. You can win people over easily by being witty. You can charm
and influence people. You will be able to turn any situation positive. A
person who is witty will be able to find themselves in the middle of any
gathering, event, or situation.

Wit doesn’t have anything to do with being silly, funny, being a comedian, or
entertaining others. Wit is an ability that is unique. It allows you to think on
your feet while coming up with comical or clever observations about the

situation.

Eloquence and wit are being able to say things that will make others admire,
love, and become immediately interested in you.

Just like anything else in life, eloquence and wit can be learned and practiced
by anyone. You just need some motivation and a desire to be more eloquent
and witty.

The next time you watch your favorite entertainer, writer, or speaker
eloquently speaking puns and one-liners without any effort at all, pay

attention to how they speak and what they say.
Here are some tips for becoming a more eloquent speaker:

Watch Television

Even though television shows are scripted, they are great resources to help