Assuming Quote by Jeanette Winterson
“I cannot assume you will understand me. It is just as likely that as I invent what I want to say, you will invent what you want to hear. Some story we must have. Stray words on crumpled paper. A weak signal into the outer space of each other. The probability of seperate worlds meeting is very small. The lure is immense. We send starships. We fall in love”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Stone Gods by Jeanette Winterson, 2007
Understanding is filtered through personal expectations, creating miscommunication.
In simple terms: We hear what we want to hear.
Key Takeaway
Clarify assumptions.
Themes
communication
perception
misunderstanding
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- cross‑cultural dialogue
- online forums
- romantic relationships
Key Concepts
subjective reality
language limits
interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure you’re heard?
- What biases shape your listening?
A Different Perspective
Assumptions can be hard to verify.
