Feels Quote by Mark Nepo
“Whatever truth we feel compelled to withhold, no matter how unthinkable it is to imagine ourselves telling it, not to is a way of spiritually holding our breath. You can only do it for so long.”
About This Quote
Suppressing truth is like holding one's breath spiritually; it can only be sustained for a limited time.
In simple terms: Hiding truth is exhausting.
Speak truth before it overwhelms you.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- therapy sessions
- public speaking
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it okay to with truth?
- What are the costs of secrecy?
Sometimes silence protects others.