Communication Quote by Hermann Bahr
““... what we say or do is unimportant; it is merely semblance, beyond which our real life lies concealed... We know this better than we can prove, but in order to prove it we have to express it, and on the path to speech the essential somehow gets lost.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Unconscious, 1912
Our true existence lies beyond outward actions; language distorts inner reality.
In simple terms: Inner truth is hidden beyond words.
Key Takeaway
Seek authenticity beyond appearances.
Themes
existence
language
authenticity
Mood
contemplative
introspective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- creative writing
- psychotherapy
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
phenomenology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern your inner self from external roles?
- Can silence reveal more than speech?
A Different Perspective
Words can never fully capture inner experience.
