Communication Quote by Cees Nooteboom
““Conversations consist for the most part of things one does not say.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Following Story by Cees Nooteboom, 1991
Much of communication is conveyed through what is left unsaid, shaping meaning beyond words.
In simple terms: Unspoken words shape conversation.
Listen to what isn’t said.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- negotiations
- therapy sessions
- team meetings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you assume when others stay silent?
- How can you clarify hidden meanings?
Over‑interpretation can cause misunderstanding.