We (eventually) amplify that which is most salient to us.
We leak our secrets.
No need to pick others’ minds: all – in its Earthly irrelevance – is (eventually) known by patient mind.
No need to bang on closed doors, just wait till they swing open on their own.
(But, of course, it’s okay to issue a tactful knock of invitation, now and then).
The first 99% of communication is patience.
The other 99% of communication is compassion.
The remaining 1% of communication is language.
Strange math, indeed…
Pavel Somov, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and the author of "Eating the Moment" (New Harbinger, 2008), "Present Perfect" (NH, 2010), "The Lotus Effect" (NH, 2010), "Smoke Free Smoke Break" (2011), and "Reinventing the Meal" (2012). He is in private practice in Pittsburgh, PA. His book website is www.eatingthemoment.com
Marla Somova, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist in private practice and an Assistant Professor of Psychology and Counseling at Carlow University in Pittsburgh, PA. She is the co-author of "Smoke Free Smoke Break" (2011).
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APA Reference
Somov, P. (2010). Waiting on Closed Doors to Open. Psych Central.
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