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Saying / Proverb★★★★

The best way to be understood is to be understanding.

The point

To be understood by others, first seek to understand them.

Audience
Adults
Tone
Practical · Convicting
To tell aloud
under a minute · 10 words
Subjects
RelationshipsUnderstandingEmpathy

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