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About this quote

What does it mean?
Helping a friend stay put is easier than helping them move.
In plain terms
Keeping friends in place is simpler than moving them.
What can you take from it?
Sometimes inaction is help.

Where it applies

  • helping friends
  • moving
  • decision making

Putting it to work

  • offer different kinds of help
  • think outside the box
  • use humor

Questions to consider

  • How do you help friends?
  • Is staying still a choice?

Another view

Moving usually requires active assistance.

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