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“But when I was quiet...that made words too. The same words that make horrible things come also tell the quieter things about love.” quote by Andrew Smith
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““But when I was quiet...that made words too. The same words that make horrible things come also tell the quieter things about love.””

Andrew Smith

About This Quote

Source Poem: Untitled, Andrew Smith, 2018

Silence creates its own language; the same words that cause harm can also convey love.

In simple terms: Quiet can speak love and hurt.

Key Takeaway

Choose words mindfully.

Themes

silence language love harm

Mood

reflective poetic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • therapy
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

communication theory poetics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does silence affect your relationships?
  • When can words be both destructive and healing?
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Interpretation may vary widely.

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