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Meet them where they are."
Though increasingly common, this phrase is a beacon of wisdom whose profound significance often lies dormant.
It calls us to approach others with radical authenticity, shedding the weight of our assumptions and expectations.
Whether in teaching, caregiving, or simply the quiet intimacy of a friendship, its message is universal. Every human relationship dances on the delicate axis of influence—parent to child, mentor to student, friend to friend—yet it’s too easy for influence to tip into judgment…
To meet someone where they are is to disarm that judgment, replacing it with empathy and weaving a space for connection, trust, and understanding.
To meet someone where they are is to step into their world as a guest, not a conqueror.
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