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Thoughts for the New Week Ahead..A Two Sided Proposition.

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We were recently talking about courage with friends, and sharing quotes we loved.  Our favorite is by Winston Churchill, because it is a two sided proposition.  

 

"Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak;

Courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen." 

 

Wishing you all a great week!  

Written by Ron & Alexandra Seigel-

 

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Comments(27)

James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Good morning A.  I have communicated what I feel is hindering our growth.  I know they are looking into the situation.  Now it's time for me to sit down and listen.

Aug 16, 2015 08:24 PM
Dama Scott
One World Realty, Inc. - Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Evergrene Resident Specialist

Love the flowers and that sentiment is so true.  I'll have to come visit you two when I am in Napa in April.  Maybe you could tell me all about how wonderful it is to live there.  Seems like a great place.

Aug 16, 2015 08:58 PM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Great quote.  Though, I would add that it is also courageous to change one's position based on what one learns by actually listening.

Aug 16, 2015 09:16 PM
Debbie Gartner
The Flooring Girl - White Plains, NY
The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

Yes, that is indeed a great quote.  Churchill was very wise in many ways.  I loved going to Chartwell.

Aug 16, 2015 09:21 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Alexandra and Ron. A wonderful and true quote coupled with a great and lovely picture.

Aug 16, 2015 10:03 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Ron and Alexandra Seigel ,

Definitely a inspiring quote from Winston Churchill! I have not heard this one before and found it to be so true. Some never learn to gather the courage to stand up and speak or to sit down and listen! Communication is a two way street!

Aug 16, 2015 10:05 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Good morning, Alexandra and Ron --- although just a few words they are quite powerful when put into practice.  

Aug 16, 2015 10:13 PM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Soooo true. I must also say that you're photo is outstanding!

Aug 16, 2015 11:06 PM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Dama Scott , I would love to meet you, however, we no longer live in Napa.  We missed being near the ocean (originally lived in Los Angeles), so we relocated to Santa Barbara.  So, if you are heading our way, let me know.  A

Aug 17, 2015 02:13 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Endre Barath, Jr. yes, I know that many are rethinking Churchill's action.  It is so easy to be to critique particularly when you were not there, in the room at those times...sort of like the Monday quarterback...I hate that, just let things be.

Jon Zolsky, Daytona Beach, FL In my opinion, there are more than one story in any situation.  We have to be open minded and see both sides.  A

Aug 17, 2015 02:16 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Hi there, Alexandra ( and Ron).  I find that more people tend to have a problem with the second part of this Churchill quote. ;)  Good advice on both counts. 

Aug 17, 2015 02:51 AM
Dick Greenberg
New Paradigm Partners LLC - Fort Collins, CO
Northern Colorado Residential Real Estate

Hi Ron & Alexandra - In this age of social media providing platforms for every type of expression, the second part of your quote is maybe the one that requires a bit more courage. Have a great week!

Aug 17, 2015 03:01 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

At the moment, I can't think of anything more clever to say than what Nicole Doty - Gilbert Real Estate Expert has already said - well done Nicole!

Thanks for the inspiration Ron and Alexandra Seigel!

Aug 17, 2015 03:18 AM
Kate Elim
Dockside Realty - Spotsylvania, VA
Realtor 540-226-1964, Selling Homes & Land a

Hi Ron and Alexandra...Ah, to have the courage to know when to speak and do it, and to know when to listen and do it. It is easier to notice when others do not do it.

Love the photo of th zinnias. I love these flowers. They are so colorful and vibrant. Did you take the picture?

Kate

Aug 17, 2015 07:39 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Kate Elim 

Yes, I took the picture.  The zinnias have been so vibrant and colorful.  I do feel it is sometimes harder to listen than to speak up...A

Aug 17, 2015 07:43 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Dick Greenberg some of the commentary is so awful, that it takes courage not to read it, for me at least.  A

Aug 17, 2015 07:45 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Nicole Doty - Gilbert Real Estate Expert I do agree with you, but when do it, we can make miracles happen, and we are all for that.  A

Aug 17, 2015 07:46 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Gabe Sanders very thoughtfully said, and I do agree, it takes courage to change your mind...it takes quite the person to do that, and I am happy to report that I have met people like that, who have inspired me to do that.  A

Aug 17, 2015 07:48 AM
Joanna Cohlan
Fresh Eyes For Your Home - Chappaqua, NY
Designing, Decorating & Staging Westchester Homes

I absolutely love that quote and how true it is.  I do think that anything that is worth listening to has two important sides to it.  Thank you for this quote Alexandra - it is definitely my mantra for the week ahead!

Aug 18, 2015 06:40 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I like your quote selection and love your photograph.

Aug 19, 2015 12:29 AM