Listen Quote by Rose Tremain
““When you’re old nobody touches you nobody listens to you—not in this bloody country.so that’s what I do. I touch and I listen.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rose Tremain, 2023, literary magazine
In old age, the speaker chooses to actively engage by offering comfort and listening, countering neglect.
In simple terms: She decides to touch and listen despite being ignored.
Key Takeaway
Offer empathy and attention, especially to the overlooked.
Themes
age
empathy
agency
Mood
compassionate
determined
Type
inspirational
activist
When to use this quote
- community outreach
- volunteering
- family support
- caregiving
Key Concepts
social responsibility
human connection
elder care
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you do to support the elderly in your community?
- How does listening change power dynamics?
A Different Perspective
May be idealistic; not all can change societal neglect.
