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A conversation is a dialogue, not a monologue. Thats why there are so few good conversations: due to scarcity, two intel
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"A conversation is a dialogue, not a monologue. That's why there are so few good conversations: due to scarcity, two intelligent talkers seldom meet"

- Truman Capote

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This quote by Truman Capote speaks to the importance of having meaningful discussions. A conversation is a two-way discussion, not a one-way monologue. It needs two people to actively participate in the exchange of concepts and opinions. Unfortunately, it is not easy to discover 2 individuals who are both intelligent and ready to participate in significant discussion. This is why there are so few good conversations. The scarcity of two intelligent talkers meeting is a significant challenge to having significant discussions. This quote acts as a reminder to appreciate the conversations we have with others and to make the most of them. It likewise encourages us to look for conversations with people who are willing to participate in meaningful discussion.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Truman Capote between September 30, 1924 and August 25, 1984. He/she was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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