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Blooming Quote by Glen Duncan

“One develops an instinct for letting silence do the heavy lifting. In the three, four, five seconds that passed without either of us speaking, the many ways the conversation could go came and went like time-lapse film of flowers blooming and dying.” quote by Glen Duncan
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“One develops an instinct for letting silence do the heavy lifting. In the three, four, five seconds that passed without either of us speaking, the many ways the conversation could go came and went like time-lapse film of flowers blooming and dying.”

Glen Duncan

About This Quote

Silence can carry meaning and shape conversation, allowing thoughts to unfold before words are spoken.

In simple terms: Silence speaks volumes in dialogue.

Key Takeaway

Listen to pauses; they reveal deeper ideas.

Themes

communication mindfulness conversation

Mood

thoughtful calm

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meetings
  • therapy sessions
  • debates
  • interviews

Key Concepts

psychology active listening

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does silence tell you in a talk?
  • How can you use pauses productively?
A Different Perspective

Relying on silence can cause misunderstandings if not interpreted correctly.

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