There are remarks that sow and remarks that reap.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Some comments plant ideas while others harvest or act on existing ideas.
- In plain terms
- Words can start thoughts or bring them to fruit.
- What can you take from it?
- Different words serve different creative functions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you planting or harvesting in conversation?
- How do words shape reality?
Another view
The line between sowing and reaping is often blurred.
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