Language Quote by Naoki Higashida
““Thanks to [language], human beings - and we alone - can truly enter and explore the feelings of others. What an extraordinary skill.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Language and Empathy, 2012
He credits language with the unique human ability to truly feel and explore others’ emotions, calling it an extraordinary skill.
In simple terms: Language enables deep empathy.
Use language to connect emotionally.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- therapy
- cross‑cultural communication
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve empathetic communication?
- What role does silence play?
Language barriers can limit this skill.