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“Milly Brush once might almost have fallen in love with these silences.” quote by Virginia Woolf
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““Milly Brush once might almost have fallen in love with these silences.””

Virginia Woolf

About This Quote

Source Novel: Mrs Dalloway, 1925

Silence can become a deep, intimate affection when one is attuned to its subtle presence.

In simple terms: Silence can feel like love.

Key Takeaway

Notice and cherish quiet moments.

Themes

intimacy silence reflection

Mood

contemplative melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • reading literature
  • meditation
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

psychology aesthetic appreciation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does silence affect your mood?
  • When do you seek silence?
A Different Perspective

Silence may also bring loneliness or anxiety.

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