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What does it mean?
Wise talk supports wise actions, like pollination helps fruit grow.
In plain terms
Good talk helps good actions grow.
What can you take from it?
Use wise words to support good actions.

Where it applies

  • leadership
  • teaching
  • collaboration

Putting it to work

  • speak wisely
  • align words with actions

Questions to consider

  • How do words affect action?
  • Is your talk aligned with your deeds?

Another view

Words alone do not guarantee wise actions.

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