Art Quote by Lorrie Moore
“That is what is wrong with cold people. Not that they have ice in their souls - we all have a bit of that - but that they insist every word and deed mirror that ice. They never learn the beauty or value of gesture. The emotional necessity. For them, it is all honesty before kindness, truth before art. Love is art, not truth. It's like painting scenery.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: “Cold People” in “Self-Help” collection, 1994
Cold people prioritize honesty over kindness, missing the warmth of gestures and emotional nuance.
In simple terms: Cold people value truth over kindness, lacking emotional warmth.
Key Takeaway
Balance honesty with empathy.
Themes
honesty
empathy
emotional intelligence
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- leadership
- conflict resolution
- teamwork
Key Concepts
social behavior
psychology
human connection
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you show kindness while staying truthful?
- When does honesty become harmful?
A Different Perspective
Honesty without empathy can alienate others.
