We are often unable to tell people what they need to know because they want to know something else.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People often ignore necessary truths because they seek different answers.
- In plain terms
- We hide truth because people want what they desire.
- What can you take from it?
- Share truth gently when people are ready.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do people truly need?
- Why do we resist truth?
Another view
Sometimes people need direct confrontation not just readiness.
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