Difficult Quote by Susan R. Matthews
““As difficult as it was to decipher Two’s expression when she was on the ground, it was next to impossible when she was at her ease hanging upside down in her office.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Unknown, novel or short story by Susan R. Matthews, date unknown
The narrator finds it harder to read a person's true feelings when they are relaxed and unconventional than when they are vulnerable or stressed.
In simple terms: Reading people is easier when they’re stressed than when they’re relaxed.
Pay attention to how people act in comfortable settings.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace interactions
- personal relationships
- leadership assessments
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does comfort affect honesty?
- What cues reveal true feelings in relaxed states?
People may hide true intentions when they feel safe, making interpretation tricky.