Right thing Quote by Per Petterson
““I should have said the right thing just then, but I did not know what that would be, if such a thing existed, I did not think so, and those who said it did, knew nothing. So I said the first thing that came into my head. "Are you afraid?". I said.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown title, 2018
Spontaneous questioning reveals hidden fears, prompting self‑examination.
In simple terms: A sudden question uncovers anxiety.
Use unexpected prompts to explore inner doubts.
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When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- team meetings
- educational workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “Are you afraid?” uncover in you?
- How can you follow up on such a question?
Over‑reliance on spontaneous queries may miss deeper issues.