Children Quote by Lewis Carroll
“'Always speak the truth - think before you speak - and write it down afterwards.' 'I'm sure I didn't mean - ' Alice was beginning, but the Red Queen interrupted her impatiently. 'That's just what I complain of! You should have meant! What do you suppose is the use of child without any meaning? Even a joke should have some meaning - and a child's more important than a joke, I hope.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Through the Looking-Glass, 1871
Speak honestly, consider your words, then record them to ensure clarity and integrity.
In simple terms: Think before speaking and write later.
Key Takeaway
Reflect before you speak.
Themes
honesty
communication
reflection
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- writing
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethics
self‑discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- How does writing after speaking affect honesty?
- When is immediate speech preferable?
A Different Perspective
May over‑thinking hinder spontaneity.
