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What does it mean?
The speaker urges small waves to run away.
In plain terms
Small waves should run away.
What can you take from it?
Move away from the small.

Where it applies

  • setting limits
  • dealing with noise
  • personal space

Putting it to work

  • distance from distractions
  • create space
  • ignore noise

Questions to consider

  • What should run away?
  • Why do you want them gone?

Another view

Waves naturally return regardless of wishes.

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