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Communication Quote by Steven Brust

“I have something to tell you." "How, you have something to tell me?" "You have understood me exactly." "Well, I am listening." "Listening? Then, you wish me to tell you?" "Yes, that is it. I am listening, and therefore I wish you to tell me." "Shall I tell you now?" "No.” quote by Steven Brust
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“I have something to tell you." "How, you have something to tell me?" "You have understood me exactly." "Well, I am listening." "Listening? Then, you wish me to tell you?" "Yes, that is it. I am listening, and therefore I wish you to tell me." "Shall I tell you now?" "No.”

Steven Brust

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Phoenix Guards, 1991

Dialogue shows mutual listening and understanding, emphasizing the power of attentive communication.

In simple terms: Listening builds understanding.

Key Takeaway

Practice active listening.

Themes

communication listening understanding dialogue

Mood

contemplative thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • teamwork
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you truly listened?
  • What barriers hinder understanding?
A Different Perspective

Listening alone may not resolve deeper issues.

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