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What does it mean?
Danger often hides in plain sight or in unlikely places.
In plain terms
A snake hides in the grass.
What can you take from it?
Be cautious because threats can be hidden.

Where it applies

  • negotiations
  • security
  • everyday risks

Putting it to work

  • stay alert
  • inspect surroundings

Questions to consider

  • How do you spot hidden risks?
  • Where do threats usually hide?

Another view

It promotes paranoia if taken too literally in safe contexts.

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