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When a pause is not a pause

Wondering if anyone noticed that awkward silence
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Rolland Avatar
October 12, 2025 at 5:52 PM
generally, i love silences, to think more, nice tribute
Gauthier Avatar
October 12, 2025 at 7:53 PM
My favourite are comfortable silences ~ thanks, Yann
Etgen-Baker Avatar
October 12, 2025 at 3:28 PM
I agree with Kim...I'm uncomfortable with 'pregnant' pauses
Gauthier Avatar
October 12, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Sounds like it's not always going to be a good looking baby as an outcome, Sara.
Rodrigues Avatar
October 12, 2025 at 2:32 PM
When talking ceases, that is threatening. When laughter takes hold, perhaps the rift can be patched.
Gauthier Avatar
October 12, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Indeed, silence is not the answer ~ thanks, Kim
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