Flexibility Quotes

“The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.”
― Albert Einstein

“That which yields is not always weak.”
― Jacqueline Carey, Kushiel's Dart

“The human capacity for burden is like bamboo- far more flexible than you'd ever believe at first glance.”
― Jodi Picoult, My Sister’s Keeper

“There are times when I am so unlike myself that I might be taken for someone else of an entirely opposite character.”
― Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Confessions

“When the whole world is entrenched in the bunker of physical and often emotional isolation, only flexibility and ingenuity can revive us to remain grounded and imbibe the bolstering sunlight piercing through the canvas of chaos. (Because the world has corona)”
― Erik Pevernagie

“If nothing within you stays rigid, outward things will disclose themselves. Moving, be like water. Still, be like a mirror. Respond like an echo.”
― Bruce Lee, Tao of Jeet Kune Do

“If you’re not stubborn, you’ll give up on experiments too soon. And if you’re not flexible, you’ll pound your head against the wall and you won’t see a different solution to a problem you’re trying to solve.”
― Jeff Bezos

“Let us cultivate understanding and accept that everyone's journey is different. Let us recognize the identity and listen to the inner voice of people who fall outside the traditional boundaries. In a dynamic society where social
norms are persistently recalibrated, we must expect flexibility and tolerance.
(On a Doggy Day)”
― Erik Pevernagie

“Music may be the activity that prepared our pre-human ancestors for speech communication and for the very cognitive, representational flexibility necessary to become humans.”
― Daniel J. Levitin, This Is Your Brain on Music

“We are stubborn on vision. We are flexible on details….”
― Jeff Bezos

“I want to caution you against the idea that balance has to be a routine that looks the same week in and week out.”
― Kevin Thoman

“Wisdom requires a flexible mind.”
― Dan Carlin

“Intelligence is the handmaiden of flexibility and change.”
― Vernor Vinge, A Fire Upon the Deep

“Marriage is the union of two 'I's to form a 'V'. Both 'I's have to tilt equally to make a good 'V'. 'I's standing tall can never make a 'V'.”
― Ashok Kallarakkal

“Measuring our outer and inner world can be problem-solving, but emotions may resist quantification, needing flexibility, intuition, and contextual interpretation. (“ Measuring space »)”
― Erik Pevernagie

“Bridges symbolize change and flexibility! They show us this simple philosophy: When you are on one side, you can easily move to the other side!”
― Mehmet Murat ildan

“When the Chief Justice read me the oath,' he [FDR] later told an adviser, 'and came to the words "support the Constitution of the United States" I felt like saying: "Yes, but it's the Constitution as I understand it, flexible enough to meet any new problem of democracy--not the kind of Constitution your Court has raised up as a barrier to progress and democracy.”
― Susan Quinn, Furious Improvisation: How the Wpa and a Cast of Thousands Made High Art Out of Desperate Times

“The world is in a constant state of flux, and the dreamer who remains steadfastly attached to a single course of action will soon find themselves left behind. In the face of adversity, you must be willing to change tactics, adapting your strategies to the shifting landscape of power. This adaptability is the hallmark of a true Machiavellian, as it enables you to weather the storms of adversity and emerge even stronger than before.”
― Kevin L. Michel, Machiavellian Dreams: A Manual

“I wish that we could be flexible in our relationships, love, situationships, family life, etc. Flexibility is a thin line between compromising and freedom. May we all walk the line without feeling like we're losing ourselves.”
― Mitta Xinindlu

“Flexibility is a thin line between compromising and freedom. May we all walk the line without feeling like we're losing ourselves.”
― Mitta Xinindlu

“I'm a firm believer in being flexible.”
― Aegelis, Specks of Shadows, Flecks of Light

“Allowing our circles to be fluid and inclusive boosts creativity.”
― Laurie E. Smith

“You have to be a little more flexible, mija. Life and work are full of challenges, and we have to be able to bend and sway... like the palm trees, you know?”
― Johanna Rojas Vann, An American Immigrant

“Negotiation is not a test of strength but a practice in patience and understanding."

"The power of negotiation lies not in persuasion, but in building genuine trust between parties."

"In negotiation, flexibility isn't a weakness; it's the key to finding solutions that work for everyone."

"Every negotiation is a chance to transform conflict into cooperation through open dialogue and creative thinking."

"Successful negotiation begins when both sides are willing to listen more than they speak."

"A good negotiator sees beyond immediate gains, aiming to forge relationships that stand the test of time."

"Negotiation is about finding the balance between what you want and what you are willing to give."

"The best negotiations leave no winners or losers, only partners moving forward together."

"To negotiate well, one must master the art of asking the right questions and understanding the unspoken answers."

"True negotiation is navigating differences to discover common ground where everyone can thrive.”
― Vorng Panha

“Treat life like a workout. Stay flexible.”
― Sarah Morgan, Miracle on 5th Avenue

“Adaptation is not surrender but the art of thriving in the face of the inevitable.”
― Aloo Denish Obiero

“Resisting change is like holding your breath; eventually, you must let go to survive.”
― Aloo Denish Obiero

“Change does not wait for readiness; it simply unfolds, teaching us the power of adaptation.”
― Aloo Denish Obiero

“Change neither asks for permission nor waits for readiness; but, in its uncertainty, lies the promise of growth.”
― Aloo Denish Obiero

“There are very few choices in the life of Childfree people that can’t be undone or changed. Take your best shot at a plan that is yours, and you will learn more about yourself and what you truly enjoy as you execute that plan.”
― Jay Zigmont, The Childfree Guide to Life and Money: Make Your Finances Simple So Your Life Without Kids Can Be Amazing