If I die a violent death, as some fear and a few are plotting, I know that the violence will be in the thought and the action of the assassins, not in my dying.
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People with clenched fists can not shake hands.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Holding onto anger or resentment prevents meaningful connections with others.
This quote by Indira Gandhi emphasizes the importance of openness and willingness to interact with others. If one is tightly holding onto negativity or stubbornness, it becomes impossible to reach out for collaboration, friendship, or understanding. To build relationships, a person must be open to letting go of grievances and embracing humility.
Themes
RelationshipsOpennessAngerConnectionUnderstanding
In practice
Example use cases
During a team-building workshop, this quote was used to encourage participants to let go of their differences.
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