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I'm not exactly sure what it is, but there is a problem that some of us have, wherein we allow our mouth to get way ahead of our minds. While this may seem to be a problem with people that not that intelligent, ironically, I've seen this problem again and again in very smart people.       It's only recently that I've truly been trying to figure out what the problem is and what a possible solution to it may be. Is it because the mind is skipping ahead to the next thought, leaving the mouth behind to flap endlessly, enunciating words that it never meant to, or is it more of a problem that you've got a lot on your mind and speech becomes secondary.       I guess the solution to either of those problems would be to focus more. It's not a bad skill to learn. It seems that alcohol helps me to focus on certain things such as writing and creative endeavours, but that probably isn't the best thing to use when trying to make sure that you say what you mean.       I personally have never found a good solution to this problem, whether it is the two causes I've outlined, or some other grand, masterplan of the universe. The truth is though, I really need to get a handle on it. It has spoiled some otherwise very good relationships and opportunities. Yes, yes, there is a lot of truth in what they say about being yourself and being true. But, it is my believe that two synapses accidentally colliding to produce some sudden thought that murmurs about how the CEO's shoes look uneven during a job interview is one of those dips or spots in one's self that probably shouldn't be voiced to the rest of the world.       Beats me. All I know is that I know I do it and I'm trying to overcome it. Any suggestions welcome.