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What does it mean?
A woman offers to listen even though she does not consider herself beautiful.
In plain terms
I am not beautiful but I can listen well.
What can you take from it?
Listening is a valuable skill regardless of appearance.

Where it applies

  • conversation
  • friendship
  • relationship advice

Putting it to work

  • offering support
  • valuing listening

Questions to consider

  • What value do you offer others?
  • Do you listen well?

Another view

It implies listening is a trade-off for lack of beauty which is debatable.

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