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What does it mean?
Discussions with Tagore helped make previously crazy ideas sensible and supportive.
In plain terms
Conversation can clarify and validate wild ideas.
What can you take from it?
Seek dialogue to refine your thinking.

Where it applies

  • creative brainstorming
  • academic research

Putting it to work

  • join discussion groups
  • exchange perspectives

Questions to consider

  • Who can you talk to for fresh insight?
  • When do ideas remain elusive?

Another view

Not all conversations lead to clarity.

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