Speech is the small change of Silence.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Speech is trivial compared to the depth of silence.
- In plain terms
- Talking is less important than being quiet.
- What can you take from it?
- Value silence over constant talk.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did you last value silence?
- Is talking a habit or a choice?
Another view
Sometimes speech is necessary to convey urgent truths.
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