Feelings Quote by Gil Scott-Heron
“I find it not just strange but almost ridiculous that people could take a song like the one I was doing and interpret it is corroding anything. Folks have the feeling that oftentimes if you don't talk about something it will go away.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Live at the Apollo, 1974
People often assume silence will erase problems, but ignoring issues lets them fester and damage.
In simple terms: Silence doesn't solve problems; they grow.
Key Takeaway
Address issues directly instead of ignoring them.
Themes
communication
responsibility
social awareness
Mood
frustrated
reflective
Type
social
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace disputes
- public policy debates
- community activism
Key Concepts
psychology
social dynamics
conflict avoidance
Questions to Reflect On
- What issues do you avoid discussing?
- How does confronting problems change outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Silence can sometimes be a strategic choice, not always a failure.
![“I work hard at it [delivery of lyrics], just like I worked hard at getting my masters degree. It's not just something I sit down and do. You have to learn and keep learning.” quote by Gil Scott-Heron](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/52c/gil-scott-heron-9568_hard_i-work-hard-at-it-delivery-of-lyrics-jus_345454.jpg)
