New Delhi, June 2 -- In an age where every thought gets tweeted, posted, shared, commented on, or even criticised within seconds, silence has become a rare skill. We live in a world that often rewards immediate reactions and encourages constant engagement; individuals are left with little space to sit with their thoughts in silence.

Before smartphones, social media, or even computers, Spanish wisdom offered a surprisingly relevant piece of advice: "En boca cerrada no entran moscas", literally meaning "Flies don't enter a closed mouth."

At first glance, the proverb may seem amusing. The image of someone accidentally swallowing flies simply because their mouth is open feels almost comical and also disgusting. But beneath this simple line ...