August Quote by Sue Monk Kidd
“I'd heard August say more than once, "If you need something from somebody, always give that person a way to hand it to you." T. Ray needed a face-saving way to hand me over, and August was giving it to him.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd, 2001
Offer help in a way that lets others preserve dignity while receiving assistance.
In simple terms: Help while respecting pride.
Key Takeaway
Give a dignified solution.
Themes
communication
empathy
dignity
Mood
considerate
strategic
Type
advice
interpersonal
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- customer service
- negotiations
Key Concepts
social dynamics
reciprocity
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you help without imposing?
- When is a face‑saving approach necessary?
A Different Perspective
May be seen as manipulative if not sincere.
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