Communication Quote by M. Scott Peck
“The overall purpose of human communication is - or should be - reconciliation. It should ultimately serve to lower or remove the walls of misunderstanding which unduly separate us human beings, one from another.”
About This Quote
Source Book: People of the Lie, 1978
Human communication should aim to reconcile and reduce misunderstandings between people.
In simple terms: Talk to bridge gaps between people.
Key Takeaway
Use communication to heal divisions.
Themes
communication
reconciliation
understanding
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
selfhelp
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family discussions
- mediations
- team building
Key Concepts
psychology
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What walls separate you from others?
- How can you lower them?
A Different Perspective
Power dynamics can hinder true reconciliation.
