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It's when I'm around some people that my entire vocabulary…

“It's when I'm around some people that my entire vocabulary goes on vacation. Like now, when Dave's walking next to me wearing an old black singlet and board shorts and the tattoo of a bird on his wrist, every single word in my head except "no" and "huh" is lying somewhere on a beack getting a suntan” quote by Cath Crowley
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““It's when I'm around some people that my entire vocabulary goes on vacation. Like now, when Dave's walking next to me wearing an old black singlet and board shorts and the tattoo of a bird on his wrist, every single word in my head except "no" and "huh" is lying somewhere on a beack getting a suntan””

Cath Crowley

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Being around certain people makes the speaker feel speechless, as if words are on vacation, leaving only simple reactions.

In simple terms: People can render you speechless.

Key Takeaway

Observe how company affects your expression.

Themes

social dynamics communication self-awareness

Mood

amused observational

Type

conversational humorous

When to use this quote

  • networking events
  • casual gatherings
  • creative brainstorming
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

verbal inhibition social influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your verbal shutdown?
  • How can you reclaim your voice in such moments?
A Different Perspective

Silence may hide valuable thoughts if not addressed.

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