Communication Quote by Laura Riding
“Conversation succeeds conversation, Until there's nothing left to talk about Except truth, the perennial monologue, And no talker to dispute it but itself.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Unfinished Conversation by Laura Riding, 1935
Communication thrives only when there is something to discuss; when only truth remains, dialogue ends.
In simple terms: Talk needs content; truth alone ends conversation.
Seek diverse perspectives to keep dialogue alive.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- debates
- personal relationships
- academic seminars
- media interviews
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster constructive disagreement?
- What role does curiosity play in conversation?
Truth alone may not sustain engagement; differing views are essential.