“A wise man can learn more from a foolish question than a fool can learn from a wise answer.”
– Bruce Lee
How do the words above resonate with you?
Pause here for a moment and free yourself from distractions:
Take a deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... calm your mind and be present...
Why do you fear asking questions? Think about that seriously... dig deep...
Questions get a bad wrap, whether asking a question or answering one. Questions evoke some angst for a variety of reasons personal to each individual. Something I believe is important for everyone to examine.
Here is a powerful perspective on questions, from Iyanla Vanzant:
Questions are not a sign of ignorance.
Questions keep you on track, define and broaden your boundaries, and remove limitations.
Questions put you in touch and keep you in touch.
Questions create and build resources, both natural and human, which can be very useful when there is no one around to answer your questions.
“I think that probably the most important thing about our education was that it taught us to question even those things we thought we knew.” – Thabo Mbeki
Today’s Reflection Challenge: (from Iyanla Vanzant’s, Acts of Faith)
Think of a time when asking fearless question helped you change, heal, grow, move ahead, or just find your way.
Who was there... What was going on... Where were you... When did this happen... How were you feeling... Why...
What was your question?
In what ways was asking the question helpful to you? Take time to examine your thoughts...
“The one who asks questions doesn’t lose his way.”
-Akan Proverb
What are you willing to do?
Don’t miss your opportunity! Be intentional, encourage others to do the same and watch what happens.
You got this!
Coach Tavia
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Reference:
Vanzant, Iyanla; Acts of Faith: Daily Meditations for People of Color. Atria, New York, NY 2020.
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