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“There is no such thing as conversation. It is an illusion. There are intersecting monologues, that is all.” quote by Rebecca West
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“There is no such thing as conversation. It is an illusion. There are intersecting monologues, that is all.”

Rebecca West

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Meaning of the Creative Act, 1935

Conversation is an illusion; we only hear monologues intersecting without true dialogue.

In simple terms: Talk is not true exchange.

Key Takeaway

Seek genuine listening.

Themes

communication illusion dialogue

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • meetings
  • online chats
  • family gatherings
  • public debates

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we foster authentic listening?
  • What barriers prevent true dialogue?
A Different Perspective

True dialogue requires mutual vulnerability, which is rare.

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