In the wintertime, in the snow country, citrus fruit was so rare, and if you got one, it was better than ambrosia.
James Earl JonesRead
Speech is a very important aspect of being human. A whisper doesn't cut it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Effective communication is essential for human interaction and connection.
In this quote, James Earl Jones emphasizes the significance of speech as a fundamental part of humanity. He suggests that mere whispers or quiet expressions are insufficient for meaningful communication, highlighting the need for clarity and assertiveness in our voices to convey ideas and emotions fully.
Themes
SpeechCommunicationExpressionHuman InteractionClarity
In practice
Example use cases
In a public speaking workshop, you could quote this to encourage participants to express themselves confidently.
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Love was just a word to me. Until you came along and gave it meaning.
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Just so you know, there's a space that only you can fill. Just so you know, I loved you then, I guess I always will.
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You sang in church, you know, and you didn't act at all. You tried not to act, you tried to tell the truth. The idea of being a troubadour on the road singing for your supper was very disturbing to him.
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