Open your arms to change, but don't let go of your values.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Embrace new circumstances while holding firm to core beliefs.
- In plain terms
- Welcome change but keep your values.
- What can you take from it?
- Adaptability works best with a moral anchor.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Which values are non negotiable?
- How do you adapt?
Another view
Strict values can slow necessary adaptation.
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