You say it as you understand it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People interpret words based on their own understanding.
- In plain terms
- You hear what you already know.
- What can you take from it?
- Check understanding when communicating.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you interpret this?
- Do others understand you?
Another view
Some facts remain clear regardless of perception.
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