Is childhood ever long enough, or a happy time, or even a beautiful summer day? All of these carry the seeds of the same fierce mystery that we call death.
Eugene KennedyRead
There is a silence that matches our best possibilities when we have learned to listen to others. We can master the art of being quiet in order to be able to hear clearly what others are saying. . . . We need to cut off the garbled static of our own preoccupations to give to people who want our quiet attention.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Listening to others is essential for understanding and connection.
This quote emphasizes the importance of truly listening to others without the distractions of our own thoughts. By silencing our internal dialogues and being present, we can better understand and connect with those around us, fostering deeper relationships and better communication.
Themes
ListeningCommunicationAttentionSilencePresence
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting, one could use this quote to highlight the importance of active listening to encourage collaboration.
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