Quote by Phyllis McGinley

Words can sting like anything, but silence breaks the heart.

Words can sting like anything, but silence breaks the heart.

Summary

This quote suggests that while hurtful words can be painful, the absence of words, or silence, can be equally devastating, if not more so. Words have the power to inflict emotional pain and leave lasting scars. However, the absence of communication, silence, can lead to feelings of isolation, solitude, and unspoken frustrations that can deeply wound and break a person's heart. In relationships or conflicts, silence often signifies a lack of understanding, acknowledgement, or neglect, which can be profoundly hurtful.

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Silence

By Phyllis McGinley

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