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Giving-away Quote by Terry Tempest Williams

“Your voice is the wildest thing you own,” Brooke says to me. “And you’re giving it away. You can’t see it. Your obsession is blinding you.” He is angry. He is talking in shorthand. “You’re losing yourself.” quote by Terry Tempest Williams
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““Your voice is the wildest thing you own,” Brooke says to me. “And you’re giving it away. You can’t see it. Your obsession is blinding you.” He is angry. He is talking in shorthand. “You’re losing yourself.””

Terry Tempest Williams

About This Quote

Source Poem: Untitled (personal communication), 2023

Your unique voice is precious, yet you risk losing it by over‑identifying with obsession and anger.

In simple terms: Guard your voice, don’t lose yourself.

Key Takeaway

Protect your authentic expression.

Themes

identity self‑care expression

Mood

introspective cautionary

Type

psychological motivational

When to use this quote

  • creative work
  • personal relationships
  • mental health
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

voice ownership self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What part of yourself are you giving away?
  • How can you reclaim your voice?
A Different Perspective

Your voice may be silenced if you ignore inner conflict.

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