The power is with the silent ones, who only live and love and then withdraw their personality. They never say 'me' and 'mine'; they are only blessed in being instruments.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Silent people who live and love without claiming ownership possess true power. They act as instruments rather than focusing on self.
- In plain terms
- Silent people who do not claim ownership are powerful.
- What can you take from it?
- Be humble and act as an instrument.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you claiming too much?
- How can you serve silently?
Another view
Silence can be misunderstood as disengagement.
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