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What does it mean?
Sharing discovered truths can be met with indifference.
In plain terms
People are not eager to hear your truth.
What can you take from it?
People may not value your discoveries.

Where it applies

  • sharing ideas
  • debate
  • teaching

Putting it to work

  • tailoring message to audience
  • seeking receptive listeners

Questions to consider

  • Why do people ignore new ideas?
  • How do you share truths effectively?

Another view

It assumes truth is always valuable to others.

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