A buzzard took the monkey for a ride in the air The monkey thought that everything was on the square The buzzard tried to throw the monkey off his back But the monkey grabbed his neck and said - 'Now listen, Jack...' 'Straighten up and fly right Straighten up and fly right Straighten up and fly right Cool down, papa, don't you blow your top.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Stay calm and think clearly under pressure.
- In plain terms
- Don't panic; keep control and avoid reacting rashly.
- What can you take from it?
- Composure prevents poor decisions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is calmness the best response?
- How do you stay calm under attack?
Another view
It ignores situations where anger is justified.
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