Be careful Quote by Siri Hustvedt
“I don't want the words to be naked the way they are in faxes or in the computer. I want them to be covered by an envelope that you have to rip open in order to get at. I want there to be a waiting time -a pause between the writing and the reading. I want us to be careful about what we say to each other. I want the miles between us to be real and long. This will be our law -that we write our dailiness and our suffering very, very carefully.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Blindfolding of Words, Siri Hustvedt, 2005
She advocates for deliberate, mediated communication to preserve intimacy and thoughtfulness, suggesting physical and temporal barriers enhance meaning.
In simple terms: Use deliberate distance to protect communication.
Key Takeaway
Create intentional pauses before sharing.
Themes
communication
intimacy
deliberation
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal letters
- digital messaging
- creative writing
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
media theory
psychology
social distance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does distance affect trust?
- What boundaries protect intimacy?
A Different Perspective
In a fast world, delays may hinder urgent needs.
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