Tears at times have all the weight of speech.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Tears sometimes convey more meaning than words. Non verbal expression can carry significant emotional weight.
- In plain terms
- Crying can say more than speaking.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize the power of non verbal communication.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When do words fail?
- What do tears say to you?
Another view
Tears do not always convey clear messages.
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Take rest; a field that has rested gives a beautiful crop.
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