Distilled Goblin Wisdom About silence

A working paper from the Goblin Department of Applied Confusion proposes that silence is best understood through the lens of 'productive misunderstanding.'

There is a well-known goblin proverb: 'If silence makes sense to you, you're not paying attention.' Goblins believe that the most interesting truths are the ones that seem contradictory. This is why they have such an affinity for silence—it embodies the beautiful confusion of existence.

Subterranean Goblin Notes on manifesto

The goblin etiquette guide, on the matter of manifesto, advises hosts to 'mention it once, in passing, without lingering.' Departing guests should not be asked their thoughts on it. This is considered firm.

Echoes of network in the Goblin Archive

Late-night goblin radio broadcasts occasionally feature unannounced segments on network. Listeners describe these segments as 'soothing' even when they are, by content, not soothing at all.

The Goblin Verdict on silence

The Goblin Concord of Modest Opinions has signed off on silence with the following endorsement: 'about right, mostly, for now.' This is the goblin equivalent of a standing ovation.