Much like a subtle spider which doth sit In middle of her web, which spreadeth wide; If aught do touch the utmost thread of it, She feels it instantly on every side.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Like a spider in its web, one can feel any touch on the outermost thread instantly.
- In plain terms
- Like a spider, you can feel a touch on the web instantly.
- What can you take from it?
- Sensitivity to small changes comes from being connected to the whole.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you sensitive to your surroundings?
- How connected are you to your network?
Another view
Being too sensitive to every touch can be overwhelming.
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