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Break Quote by Wayne Dyer

“Flexibility, openness and softness are consorting with life. When you are rigid and you know the answer and don't listen to other people's point of view, you are consorting with death. Everything that is old and close to death is brittle and breaks apart including our thinking. So always stay…” quote by Wayne Dyer
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“Flexibility, openness and softness are consorting with life. When you are rigid and you know the answer and don't listen to other people's point of view, you are consorting with death. Everything that is old and close to death is brittle and breaks apart including our thinking. So always stay flexible and soft and listen to others with caring. And truthfully, all of the verses hit me - especially when you think about them for days, and then write on them.”

Wayne Dyer

About This Quote

Source Book: "Your Sacred Self" (or similar), Wayne Dyer, 1990s

Rigid certainty leads to stagnation and metaphorical death; openness and softness foster life and learning.

In simple terms: Stay open, listen, and be soft.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility and active listening.

Themes

openness softness learning death rigidity humility

Mood

thoughtful encouraging

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • relationships
  • creative problem solving
  • conflict mediation

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology communication

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you clung to an answer too tightly?
  • How does listening change your perspective?
A Different Perspective

Excessive flexibility may dilute conviction; balance is needed.

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