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“The more he saw the less he spoke”

J.R.R. Tolkien

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When someone sees a lot of things happening, they might choose to talk less about them. Imagine if you go to a crowded market. At first, you might talk about everything you see—the colors, the noises, the people. But if you keep going to that market every day, you might start noticing more details, like the quiet moments, the facial expressions of people, or small interactions. Instead of talking about what you see, you start observing and thinking deeply about these details. In history, wise elders in a community often speak less because they have experienced and seen a lot. They know the value of listening and understanding more before offering their words. For example, a good teacher who has seen many students grow may not easily give advice at every problem. Instead, they listen carefully and only speak when they have something truly helpful to say. Applying this idea to your life means trying to observe and understand situations deeply before jumping in with your thoughts. It's about valuing silence as a tool to learn and understand more before reacting or speaking. This can help you be more thoughtful, wise, and respectful in your conversations with others.

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Contemplation Experience Introspection Knowledge Learning Observation Perception Restraint Silence Wisdom
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