The buzzard told the monkey 'You're chokin' me Release your hold and I'll set you free' The monkey looked the buzzard right dead in the eye and said 'Your story's touching but it sounds like a lie.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A predator tries to trick a prey into releasing its grip by promising freedom, but the prey recognizes the deception.
- In plain terms
- Trust warns who offers you freedom if you let your guard down.
- What can you take from it?
- Be wary of deals that require you to surrender your safety first.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who benefits if you let go?
- What signals tell you an offer is false?
Another view
Sometimes cooperation is necessary even when trust is low.
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