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“By putting people around me who will calm me down and slow me down and make sure I work through an issue.” quote by Donna Shalala
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“By putting people around me who will calm me down and slow me down and make sure I work through an issue.”

Donna Shalala

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Surrounding oneself with calming influences helps process issues more thoroughly and avoid hasty decisions.

In simple terms: Calm companions aid thoughtful problem solving.

Key Takeaway

Build a supportive, grounding network.

Themes

leadership mindfulness collaboration

Mood

thoughtful steady

Type

leadership practical

When to use this quote

  • team management
  • conflict resolution
  • personal development
  • decision making

Key Concepts

psychology organizational behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who in your life provides grounding?
  • How can you create space for thoughtful processing?
A Different Perspective

Finding calm people may be challenging in high‑pressure environments.

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