Be a mere assistant to your unconscious. Do only half the work. The rest will do itself.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The unconscious mind completes work if you step back and assist only partially.
- In plain terms
- Let your unconscious do the rest of the work.
- What can you take from it?
- Trust your unconscious to finish what you start.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When do you trust your gut?
- How do you balance work and rest?
Another view
Some tasks require focused conscious attention and discipline.
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