234 Quotes About Misunderstanding

The only thing for sure we know about communication is that we tend to get it wrong.

You answered… don’t hang up” he doesn’t speak for a second so I take the time to correct him, “Hi Sorry, this is Eden… Ryan’s just a bit preoccupied right now” and then I realise what that must sound like "NOT LIKE THAT, his busy with his brother" I rush out before I can think of what I'm saying "OH MY GOD, not like that either

The great enemy of communication, we find, is the illusion of it. We have talked enough; but we have not listened. And by not listening we have failed to concede the immense complexity of our society—and thus the great gaps between ourselves and those with whom we seek understanding.

Telling someone something he does not understand is pointless, even if you add that he will not be able to understand it.

There are those that wonder which is worse: Not being able to reach out or not having anyone to reach for. There are some that ponder which is the greater ache: Not being able to tell or not having anyone that cares enough to ask. Perhaps it’s not one person that is to blame, but both.

Well, it's really no use our talking in the way we have been doing if the words we use mean something different to each of us...and nothing.

Between two brains, there will always be misunderstandings and lies caused by parasitic smells, drafts and poor-quality reception.

She says: ...love is really all that matters. He hears: ...really love to do it on the mattress.

They have the unique ability to listen to one story and understand another.