Sweet is the voice of a sister in the season of sorrow.
Benjamin DisraeliRead
Nature has given us two ears but only one mouth.
Interpretation
We should listen more than we speak.
This quote by Benjamin Disraeli emphasizes the importance of listening over speaking. It suggests that nature designed us to be more receptive, which implies that we should pay attention to others and learn from them rather than only expressing our own thoughts and opinions.
In practice
In a workshop about effective communication, this quote can illustrate the importance of active listening.
Sweet is the voice of a sister in the season of sorrow.
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