The fly that doesn't want to be swatted is most secure when it lights on the fly-swatter.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Appearing vulnerable while positioned near danger can be a survival tactic.
- In plain terms
- Safety can come from being where others think you are target.
- What can you take from it?
- Sometimes safety hides in plain sight.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you feel safest unexpectedly?
- Is hiding a good strategy?
Another view
It relies on the attacker not looking closely.
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