Hush, call no echo up in further proof Of desolation! there's a voice within That weeps . . . as thou must sing . . . alone, aloof.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Calling back painful memories only deepens loneliness, and some pain must be endured in silence.
- In plain terms
- Bringing up past pain makes loneliness worse.
- What can you take from it?
- Silence can protect against deeper pain.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is silence better than speaking out?
- How do you cope with isolation?
Another view
Silence can sometimes lead to unresolved emotional issues.
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