But when we observe, we are ...

But when we observe, we are forced to pay attention. We have to move from passive absorption to active awareness. We have to engage.
But when we observe, we are forced to pay attention. We have to move from passive absorption to active awareness. We have to engage.
 Maria Konnikova

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