And they'll talk to you while you're in trances And you'll visualize not taking any chances But meet them halfway with love, peace and persuasion And expect them to rise for the occasion.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker advises meeting others halfway with love and expecting them to act responsibly.
- In plain terms
- Use love and peace to influence others positively.
- What can you take from it?
- Meet others with love and expectation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can love persuade anyone?
- Do we expect too much?
Another view
This approach may fail with those unwilling to rise.
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