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“Silence is not only never thirsty, but also never brings pain or sorrow.” quote by Hippocrates
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“Silence is not only never thirsty, but also never brings pain or sorrow.”

Hippocrates

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Source Treat: Aphorisms of Hippocrates, ancient Greek medical texts

Silence causes no thirst, pain, or sorrow, offering a neutral state of being.

In simple terms: Silence brings neither thirst nor pain.

Key Takeaway

Embrace quiet to avoid unnecessary suffering.

Themes

peace neutrality mindfulness

Mood

calm reflective

Type

maxims philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • stress relief
  • creative focus

Key Concepts

Stoicism psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does silence affect your emotional health?
  • When is speaking more beneficial than silence?
A Different Perspective

Silence can also suppress needed expression.

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