Art Quote by Jean-Jacques Rousseau
““I do not know the art of being clear to those who do not want to be attentive.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Emile, or On Education, 1762
Clarity requires both speaker effort and listener willingness; without attention, communication fails.
In simple terms: Clear speech needs attentive listeners.
Seek attentive audiences.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- teaching
- public speaking
- conflict resolution
- media broadcasting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure listeners are receptive?
- What strategies improve mutual understanding?
Even clear messages can be misinterpreted if listeners are biased.