Acquired taste Quote by Emily Dickinson
“The appetite for silence is seldom an acquired taste.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The appetite for silence…”, 1862
Silence is a rare, often unappreciated state that many rarely seek.
In simple terms: Silence is uncommon and valuable.
Seek quiet moments.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Meditation
- creative writing
- solitude retreats
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we fill silence?
- What can silence reveal?
Silence can be uncomfortable for those accustomed to noise.