I can write a poem in 10 minutes. I like writing songs; I can write songs in 5 or 10 minutes. My concentration seems very short.
Shel SilversteinRead
The Voice There is a voice inside of you That whispers all day long, "I feel this is right for me, I know that this is wrong." No teacher, preacher, parent, friend Or wise man can decide What's right for you--just listen to The voice that speaks inside.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Trust your inner voice to guide your decisions.
This quote emphasizes the importance of listening to one's own intuition and judgment rather than relying solely on external opinions. It suggests that each individual has an inner voice that knows what feels right or wrong for them, and it is essential to honor that voice in making personal choices.
Themes
Inner VoiceIntuitionSelf-DiscoveryPersonal Truth
In practice
Example use cases
During a mentorship session, you could use this quote to encourage someone to trust their own decisions.
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