Communication Quote by George Eliot
“It is very hard to say the exact truth, even about your own immediate feelings – much harder than to say something fine about them which is not the exact truth.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Middlemarch, George Eliot, 1871
Exact truth about feelings is hard; approximations are easier but less precise.
In simple terms: Feelings are complex to state exactly.
Key Takeaway
Accept nuance in emotional expression.
Themes
truth
emotion
complexity
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal journaling
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you convey nuanced emotions?
- When is an approximation acceptable?
A Different Perspective
Exact truth may be unattainable; risk of misinterpretation.
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