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“My dad always says to listen for the pauses when you want to know if someone’s hiding something.” quote by Gabrielle Zevin
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““My dad always says to listen for the pauses when you want to know if someone’s hiding something.””

Gabrielle Zevin

About This Quote

Listening for pauses can reveal hidden truths because people often reveal more in what they don't say.

In simple terms: Pauses may hide secrets.

Key Takeaway

Pay attention to silences.

Themes

communication trust observation

Mood

curious analytical

Type

advice insightful

When to use this quote

  • interviews
  • negotiations
  • detective work
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

psychology nonverbal cues

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you differentiate genuine hesitation from deception?
  • What cues accompany a pause?
A Different Perspective

People may deliberately fill pauses, misleading listeners.

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