Conflicts Quote by Stephen Donaldson
““...the conflicts made him an indecisive mediator - a man, as someone had once observed, who couldn't keep his feet out of the shit on either side because he couldn't get the fencepost out of his ass.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, The Second Chronicles, 1990
A person caught between opposing forces can become paralyzed, unable to act decisively because they are too entangled in the conflict.
In simple terms: Being stuck between two sides leads to indecision.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and release entanglements to act.
Themes
indecision
conflict
mediation
Mood
frustrated
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political negotiations
- family disputes
- workplace disagreements
- legal mediations
Key Concepts
psychology
power dynamics
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What internal fences keep you stuck?
- How can you detach enough to make a clear choice?
A Different Perspective
If both sides are equally compelling, choosing may still be impossible.
