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Anger Quote by Arthur Gordon

“Words. Just little black marks on paper. Just sounds in the empty air. But think of the power they have! They can make you laugh or cry, love or hate, fight or run away. They can heal or hurt. They even come to look and sound like what they mean. Angry looks angry on the page. Ugly sounds ugly…” quote by Arthur Gordon
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““Words. Just little black marks on paper. Just sounds in the empty air. But think of the power they have! They can make you laugh or cry, love or hate, fight or run away. They can heal or hurt. They even come to look and sound like what they mean. Angry looks angry on the page. Ugly sounds ugly when you say it.””

Arthur Gordon

About This Quote

Words have the power to evoke strong emotions and shape perceptions, influencing how we feel and act.

In simple terms: Words can cause strong feelings and affect actions.

Key Takeaway

Choose words wisely to influence positively.

Themes

communication emotion perception influence

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

advice observational

When to use this quote

  • public speaking
  • writing
  • teaching
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology language tone semantics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure your words match your intent?
  • What impact do your words have on others?
A Different Perspective

Words can be misinterpreted without context.

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