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asiabasia πŸ‹'s avatar

Wow. I grew up believing that my choice of silence was a weakness. I saw others who could talk consistently, seemingly never choosing silence, as more powerful. This was very validating for me, as it allowed me to heal what I thought was a damaged part of me.

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Lexx de Vour's avatar

this made my heart warm! ❀️‍πŸ”₯

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dottedaughterβ„’'s avatar

This is so validating and I so appreciate this perspective. I have found that silence, oftentimes, has been weaponized against me to break my argument down or to ignore my existence when I am around affluent or very privileged people. I needed this reminder that intentional silence can be a powerful tool for me and my community as well.

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kamil's avatar

Very on time! Thank you!

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