Why don't you fold it five ways and put it where the moon don't shine! (in response to Norman Mailer's 'Why don't you just read the next question on your card there?')
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A colorful dismissal used to shut down unwanted questioning.
- In plain terms
- Go away and stop bothering me.
- What can you take from it?
- Sometimes directness ends unproductive interactions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is dismissal appropriate?
- How do you handle interruptions?
Another view
This approach can damage relationships or escalate conflict.
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