Terry Tempest Williams Quotes about Listening

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The unexpected action of deep listening can create a space of transformation capable of shattering complacency and despair.

The unexpected action of deep listening can create a space of transformation capable of shattering complacency and despair.

Terry Tempest Williams

Space, Listening, Despair

Terry Tempest Williams (2012). “When Women Were Birds: Fifty-four Variations on Voice”, p.59, Macmillan

I still have great faith in democracy. I have great belief in the power of community.

Terry Tempest Williams

Power, Community, Listening

Terry Tempest Williams (2006). “A voice in the wilderness: conversations with Terry Tempest Williams”, Utah State Univ Pr

Story is a relationship between the teller and the listener, a responsibility. After the listening you become accountable for the sacred knowledge that has been shared.

Terry Tempest Williams

Responsibility, Listening, Stories

Terry Tempest Williams (1984). “Pieces of White Shell: A Journey to Navajoland”, p.130, UNM Press