Commit Quote by Natasha Trethewey
“There are indeed all sorts of men/ who visit here: those who want/ nothing but to talk or hear the soft tones/ of a woman's voice; others prefer/ simply to gaze upon me, my face/ turned from them as they touch/ only themselves. And then there are those,/ of course, whose desires I cannot commit/ to paper.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Voice of Women", 2015
The speaker describes varied listeners: talkers, gazers, and those whose desires remain unspoken.
In simple terms: People seek connection in different ways, some silent.
Key Takeaway
Listen to diverse needs.
Themes
communication
desire
silence
Mood
contemplative
empathetic
Type
poetic
observational
When to use this quote
- counseling
- relationship building
- artistic performance
- customer service
Key Concepts
human connection
unspoken longing
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor the unspoken desires of others?
- What methods help you discern between listening and gazing?
A Different Perspective
Assuming motives can lead to misinterpretation of intent.
