Art form Quote by Cindy Cruciger
““In one way or another everything communicates. Human are the only creatures on earth, with the exception of cats, that are certain of the absolute critical nature of the message they try to convey. I have found that the only difference between the two is that cats are correct, while humans...eh...not so much. Ninety-nine point nine percent of the time we are just making stuff up. And some of us have elevated it to a seriously messed up art form.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of Communication, 2020
Humans often fabricate messages, unlike cats who convey meaning accurately; this leads to a chaotic, often deceptive, communication landscape.
In simple terms: Humans make up most of what they say, unlike cats.
Key Takeaway
Practice honesty and clarity in speech.
Themes
communication
truth
deception
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
humorous
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- social media posts
- team meetings
- news reporting
Key Concepts
language
media
social interaction
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you prioritized politeness over truth?
- How can we improve collective honesty?
A Different Perspective
Truthfulness can be socially costly.
