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symphony
Just take a notebook around with you wherever you go, and don't speak. Instead, whenever somebody says something to you, gesture with your finger "one minute", and instead of "saying" a response, "write it". LOL
posted by
Joe_Love
on December 28, 2006 at 6:54 PM
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hehehe, mneme ....I am sorry to have got you thinking more about it.
and thanks for liking the writing me....LOL.
I am really quiet in real life - I don't really say much....I feel that I save it all for writing....I guess that is not such a bad thing - but, it is when I want to express something verbally.
posted by
_Symphony_
on December 28, 2006 at 3:43 AM
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Thank you for understanding...Tanga
posted by
_Symphony_
on December 28, 2006 at 3:40 AM
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hehehe A-and-B
posted by
_Symphony_
on December 28, 2006 at 3:40 AM
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Thanks LaylaBeth ...
posted by
_Symphony_
on December 28, 2006 at 3:40 AM
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Thanks lovelyladymonk ......
I got your email, I will be replying soon.
posted by
_Symphony_
on December 28, 2006 at 3:39 AM
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Thank you for your kind words, Justi ...
Yes Jamie and Shannon had a wonderful christmas....thank you.
and yes you are right about having time to think before you write - other than being put on the spot.
posted by
_Symphony_
on December 28, 2006 at 3:38 AM
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Symphony,
I like the 'writing' you already, so I would probably like the 'speaking' you as well. For me it depends on the context; conversations with close friends are better with animation and, like everyone's, my written communication varies with my audience. I can't always get my thoughts down on paper fast enough, either. You've got me thinking about this now...
posted by
mneme
on December 28, 2006 at 3:18 AM
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I think many share the same feelings
I find it a lot easier to write my thoughts than actually speak them
posted by
Tanga
on December 27, 2006 at 9:20 PM
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If we were as clear as glass,
we might shatter as easily too. Lol.
posted by
A-and-B
on December 27, 2006 at 1:15 PM
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Ahh, 'tis the duality of man...
as addressed in "Full Metal Jacket," and in a song, titled "duality," by SlipKnot.
Nicely worded, Symphony!
~L~ xoxo
posted by
Anony_Miss
on December 27, 2006 at 12:50 PM
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I know exactly what you mean, Symphony. I often feel trapped inside myself. Ironically, I find just the opposite true of myself. I find that I speak much better than I write.
You express yourself wonderfully, and I hope knowing that from someone outside your family will help you.
posted by
lovelyladymonk
on December 27, 2006 at 11:04 AM
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Symphony
I think you may be to hard on yourself. It is always more difficult to look others in the eye and respond quickly to their questions or statements. In writing you have time to consider your words. We all do better in the written word I think. You are wonderful as you are. Be blessed dear one. Did Shannon and Jammie love Christmas? I sure hope so.
posted by
Justi
on December 27, 2006 at 10:13 AM
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I guess it's all part of the process of getting to know myself.
and clearing up the things that needs to be......what's a better way to start a new year - a new me....hehehe, MountainClimber
posted by
_Symphony_
on December 27, 2006 at 9:37 AM
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Something tells me that you know where I am coming from - Pat_B..
funny enough, I never do say much because, of this problem. - and people usually comment on what a good listener I am.....LOL.
posted by
_Symphony_
on December 27, 2006 at 9:35 AM
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My words that I speak never make sense....Ariala
I contradict myself alot.
posted by
_Symphony_
on December 27, 2006 at 9:34 AM
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Symphony -- Quiet a dilemma to begin the new year with!
posted by
MountainClimber57
on December 27, 2006 at 9:15 AM
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it's called shyness. There's a trick to overcoming it.
Forget yourself. Focus on whoever you're listening to, and don't say much. The less you actually say, the more openings you leave for them to fill, the more you'll understand where they're coming from. And amazingly, they'll think you're a brilliant conversationalist.
posted by
Pat_B
on December 27, 2006 at 9:14 AM
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Symphony, I think writing allows us to really express how we feel. When
speaking, there are all types of barriers and non-verbal things happening. They often distract and can make it hard to get everything out. I always forget what I'm gonna say. LOL
posted by
Ariala
on December 27, 2006 at 9:12 AM
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