Words, phrases or gestures that have multiple meanings

you twirl your hair?

Does twirling your hair really mean you are nervous? Does [...] really mean something obvious? What about the source behind being late, or a silent response to a question?

Each unique, each powerful in its own way. Not to be assumed.

Although a masculine business model will postulate that twirling hair equates to inequality with the rest of them, to me the gesture means deep thought, creatively-driven moments, uncaptured any other way except through the spinning touch of fingers against hair. A sort of brain massage releases the free-floating idea submersed in chaos to come alive. Calm and clear.

you are sure that "..." means what?

...I read recently of a high profile response such as this—no, exactly this—create an entire controversy or conversation amongst the know-it-alls of game-playing in the business world. Oh yes, they were absolutely sure that the "..." stood on their side of skepticism and therefore proved them right in their bets.

I smile with triumph over these, what I call shallow-minded souls, for making a mockery of themselves. For, these dots mean a world in and of themselves to me, none of which is simplistic. They mean "we think the same language", "I am reading your mind", "you are reading my mind, good", "I don't know" or "I'm tired so can I think about this tomorrow" (a.k.a. zzzzzzzz). So, don't judge the powerful dots of silence.

When someone is late (on you), do you immediately translate this to disrespect? What about the opposite being that this person, despite their vibrant life, fit you in to it because you matter. And with that comes a little token of wisdom for you: relax, breathe, be flexible, soften, be patient, it's ok. Get there when you get there. Your presence is honored. If they lock the door on you in your pursuit, their loss, not yours...

maybe you should just breathe

If you are met with a <no response> and <no gesture> to your eloquent words, consider this: it's them, not you. Let it go.

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