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What does it mean?
The process of building relationships is preferred over completing them.
In plain terms
I prefer starting a family rather than ending the process.
What can you take from it?
Value the journey of connection over the final outcome.

Where it applies

  • parenthood
  • long term projects
  • building teams

Putting it to work

  • focus on daily connection
  • avoid finishing too soon

Questions to consider

  • Do you fear finishing things?
  • What matters more, the start or the end?

Another view

Sometimes completion provides necessary closure and safety.

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