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“We are talking. It's a shame. What is said is murdered. Our words that will not grow any bigger or any lovelier will wilt inside our bones. Words wither feelings.” quote by Violette Leduc
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“We are talking. It's a shame. What is said is murdered. Our words that will not grow any bigger or any lovelier will wilt inside our bones. Words wither feelings.”

Violette Leduc

About This Quote

Source Novel: Le Petit Monde, 1971

Words spoken are often suppressed, losing their power and beauty, leading to emotional decay.

In simple terms: Spoken words can with and die.

Key Takeaway

Speak truth before it fades.

Themes

communication expression silence

Mood

melancholic thoughtful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • public discourse
  • creative writing
  • therapy sessions

Key Concepts

censorship emotional health

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which words have you let die?
  • How can you preserve the beauty of your thoughts?
A Different Perspective

Silencing speech can also protect from harm.

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