When you confront people in power you must know what to
speak and what not to speak otherwise you will lose.Do not
try to satisfy your ego when you cofront people in power.
That is why Lord Buddha talked about moderation in speech
[Vak Sangjam]
2007-07-19 06:14:20 · 9 answers · asked by sdev006 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
No, I don't agree.
Yes, people can play the political game, and tell other people what they want to hear, and act subservient to get what they really want. But that's deception and illusion,
Buddha advocated truth above all things, including truth above this ridiculous concept we call political correctness. So, while Buddha did say to know your place in the world, what he meant was to understand how the world is affected by you and understand how you are affected by the world.
But yes, I will grant that so many people are so hung up on social formalities and so opposed to honest discussion that speaking the truth at all times is socially fatal. Which is sad that we live in a world where deception and lies in the name of politeness are valued above truth and honesty.
2007-07-19 06:18:46 · answer #1 · answered by coragryph 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Knowledge is power but so is being open minded and showing respect for other peoples beleifs and experiances. Knowing what , how , tone, and time are key's to all social interaction no matter how high or low the society.
2007-07-19 06:20:19 · answer #2 · answered by Joseph & Eileen D 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Read this books, available in library, E-bay, New Used book stores and on amazon.com.
"What is the colour of your Para-suite"
"How to make friends and Influence people".
2007-07-21 05:05:24 · answer #3 · answered by minootoo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nobody ever made history by holding his tongue and knowing his "position" in society. If you have no adversaries, you're not trying hard enough.
2007-07-19 06:22:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes
2007-07-23 03:04:57 · answer #5 · answered by Rana 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I absolutely agree with what you are saying.
2007-07-19 06:22:31 · answer #6 · answered by Jackeeeee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do one thing.
You drive.
Regards
2007-07-20 08:08:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
good question / answer session...
2007-07-19 06:22:33 · answer #8 · answered by Harish Jharia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NUTS.
2007-07-19 06:32:09 · answer #9 · answered by joseph m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋