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You are good when you are fully awake in your speech, Yet…

“You are good when you are fully awake in your speech, Yet you are not evil when you sleep while your tongue staggers without purpose. And even stumbling speech may strengthen a weak tongue.” quote by Khalil Gibran
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“You are good when you are fully awake in your speech, Yet you are not evil when you sleep while your tongue staggers without purpose. And even stumbling speech may strengthen a weak tongue.”

Khalil Gibran

About This Quote

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

Contrasts awake speech with sleep‑talk, suggesting even imperfect expression can strengthen one’s voice.

In simple terms: Awake speech is good; sleep speech is not evil.

Key Takeaway

Embrace imperfect communication.

Themes

language mindfulness growth speech

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical personal

When to use this quote

  • public speaking
  • teaching
  • personal journaling

Key Concepts

philosophy self‑improvement spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does practice improve articulation?
  • What value lies in unguarded speech?
A Different Perspective

Even flawed speech can be constructive.

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