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“The reader cannot see into your heart. He will know only what you tell him. Make the blind see your words. Make the hard-hearted feel. Make the deaf hear.” quote by Margaret Atwood
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“The reader cannot see into your heart. He will know only what you tell him. Make the blind see your words. Make the hard-hearted feel. Make the deaf hear.”

Margaret Atwood

About This Quote

Source Book: The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood, 1985

People judge you by what you express, not by hidden feelings; communication reveals inner truth.

In simple terms: You are judged by what you share, not hidden thoughts.

Key Takeaway

Share honestly to shape perception.

Themes

communication perception authenticity

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • leadership
  • writing
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

self‑disclosure empathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truths are you withholding?
  • How can you convey your inner self more clearly?
A Different Perspective

If you conceal too much, misunderstandings arise.

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