Constantly talking isn’t necessarily communicating.
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Just because you're talking a lot doesn't mean you're actually communicating with the other person. Sometimes, it's better to listen and try to understand what the other person is saying instead of just going on and on without really connecting with them.
About Charlie Kaufman
Charlie Kaufman is an acclaimed American screenwriter, film director, and novelist. He’s known for his unique and imaginative works like “Being John Malkovich,” “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind,” and “Synecdoche, New York.” Kaufman has won numerous awards, including an Oscar, and is considered one of the most celebrated screenwriters of his era.
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