Communication Quote by Virginia Woolf
““For it is probable that when people talk aloud, the selves (of which there may be more than two thousand) are conscious of disseverment, and are trying to communicate, but when communication is established they fall silent.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Mrs Dalloway, Virginia Woolf, 1925
When people speak, multiple inner selves become aware of their division and attempt to convey thoughts, yet true communication often leads to silence.
In simple terms: Speaking reveals inner conflict; real connection can quiet it.
Key Takeaway
Listen to understand, not just to speak.
Themes
identity
communication
self-awareness
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- team meetings
- family discussions
- creative writing
- public speaking
Key Concepts
psychology
fragmentation
dialogue
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize the different selves within you?
- When does silence become a barrier to understanding?
A Different Perspective
Silence may hide unresolved tensions rather than resolve them.
