Be Sure To Explain

iMonk shows how Paul “…stopped shouting long enough…” to make his point. He point was pointed, clear, and powerful, despite how complex and/or far-reaching it might be.

I know there are plenty of times in my own life where I need to slow down and make the point simple. Stop jumping directly from problem to solution – explain how I get to the solution. Bring others with you. Don’t assume they do not want to go with you on the journey. Though I am also coming to the conclusion that to talk about a solution means they need to see a solution as well. Which means you have to explain along with something concrete. Something they can touch, see, use, and feel.

There’s a lot to learn from Paul. Not just in what he said, but in his choice to say anything at all.

I hope I can say what I need to say, when I need to. And that I can shut up, and put up when I need to.