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When you can anchor yourself in reason amidst emotional turbulence, the outside world becomes akin to a board—an environment to navigate with calm precision. Power is formed by becoming so aware of your impulses, fears, and distractions that they lose their grip on you. Your presence then becomes a signal to others that you are unruffled, even in turbulence, because you understand when to speak, when to listen, and when to observe.
The Power of Silence and Reflection
True strategy does not need to shout. It begins in the quiet corners of the mind—where no one is watching and nobody praises. This silence is uncomfortable for many, but it’s where clarity grows. Distance from the noise allows one to see patterns and truths that others miss in their haste.