Buried Quote by May Sarton
“It is always hard to hear the buried truth from another person.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Art of Listening” by May Sarton, 1975
Listening to others often reveals hidden truths that are difficult to accept.
In simple terms: Truths are buried and hard to hear from others.
Practice deep, empathetic listening.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- counseling
- friendship
- conflict mediation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths have you missed by not listening?
- How can you create safe spaces for honest dialogue?
People may resist sharing painful truths, limiting understanding.