Sometimes I am startled to realize, in the middle of a discussion,
that I have offended or hurt some of the people I’m talking with.

First, know and accept this: I have a friend who is a wizard. He is
an ancient and wise wizard, and we have tea together. One teatime,
I mentioned my talking troubles to my friend, and he said this:

“Yes, Sam, I’ll bet it is hard for you – holding controversial
religious beliefs, I mean.”