1a) Never throw shit at an armed man. 1b) Never stand next to someone who is throwing shit at an armed man.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Avoid direct conflict with armed individuals and do not stand near those who provoke them.
- In plain terms
- Stay away from armed people and anyone provoking them to stay safe.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-preservation requires avoiding dangerous confrontations.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is flight better than fight?
- How do you spot danger early?
Another view
Sometimes avoiding a fight is not an option.
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