Personal relations are the important thing for ever and ever, and not this outer life of telegrams and anger.
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Don't be mysterious; there isn't the time.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace transparency and honesty, as time is limited for misunderstandings.
E. M. Forster's quote encourages people to avoid being elusive or secretive in their interactions, suggesting that life is too short to engage in mystery. Instead, it advocates for clear communication and authenticity, emphasizing that misunderstandings can be detrimental and that we should make the most of our time with each other by being open and honest.
Themes
MysteryHonestyCommunicationTimeTransparencyAuthenticity
In practice
Example use cases
In a team meeting, to encourage open dialogue, one might say, 'As Forster said, donβt be mysterious; there isnβt the time.'
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