Being nice Quote by Ingmar Bergman
“Sometimes I go for days without speaking to a soul. I think, “I should make that call", but I put it off. Because there’s something pleasurable about not talking. But then I love talking, so it’s not that. But sometimes it can be nice. It’s not like I sit here philosophizing, because I’ve no talent for that. It’s just this thing about silence that’s so wonderful.”
About This Quote
Silence can be both a refuge and a source of yearning, highlighting the complex pull of solitude and conversation.
In simple terms: Silence feels good, yet we also crave talking.
Key Takeaway
Balance quiet moments with meaningful dialogue.
Themes
solitude
communication
inner conflict
Mood
contemplative
introspective
Type
observational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- loneliness
- creative work
- therapy sessions
- friendship
Key Concepts
silence
pleasure
social need
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do you seek silence?
- What conversations are you avoiding?
A Different Perspective
Avoiding conversation may hinder connection and growth.
![“I shall remember this moment: the silence, the twilight, the bowl of strawberries, the bowl of milk. Your faces in the evening light.[...] I shall carry this memory carefully in my hands as if it were a bowl brimful of fresh milk. It will be a sign to me, and a great sufficiency.” quote by Ingmar Bergman](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3e6/ingmar-bergman-4973_evening-light_i-shall-remember-this-moment-the-silence_20642.jpg)
