As far as the British Royal family is concerned, they can of course have the policy of Never Complaining and Never Explaining. In any case considering the amount of looting that did from our country that it was not possible to justify the same that they followed a policy if not explaining is very rationale indeed. That is as far as they are concerned!
I like the part of whether we, lesser mortals, can follow the same policy. The examples that you give of your personal experience to is also very good, particularly the one involving your son. But what I still wonder is how you can recall what you wrote eons ago. That you give the link for the same is indeed very good too. You are indeed concerned for your readers. That’s also probably the reason for the longevity of FC. The joke about the difference of not having a complaint and not being able to complain is well brought out by the joke. I thought it was a very apt one.
This may not be related but I am concerned that while Govt taxes windfall profits, do they allow such if the opposite and happens and we have a onetime loss. Of course, there are provisions I agree that allow carry forward of losses but what about such windfall losses. Are they covered.?
very apt subject especially in current days. The former is what is used. However many times situations are taken as fait accompli and keep mum. In my view both are useful communication tools. Complaining can be used to seek resolutions, & explaining may improve understanding. Regards Cdr
Like in everything else.... There is a good side and a bad side!
Long winded explainer and habitual complainers are insufferable for sure. But on the other hand need to raise an issue in a constructive manner and provide clarity through concise explanation is an essential ingredient for progress. Third party distortion of facts cannot be a stopper for what is right.
Superb piece. No further 'explanation' needed. :-).
Ha ha
As far as the British Royal family is concerned, they can of course have the policy of Never Complaining and Never Explaining. In any case considering the amount of looting that did from our country that it was not possible to justify the same that they followed a policy if not explaining is very rationale indeed. That is as far as they are concerned!
I like the part of whether we, lesser mortals, can follow the same policy. The examples that you give of your personal experience to is also very good, particularly the one involving your son. But what I still wonder is how you can recall what you wrote eons ago. That you give the link for the same is indeed very good too. You are indeed concerned for your readers. That’s also probably the reason for the longevity of FC. The joke about the difference of not having a complaint and not being able to complain is well brought out by the joke. I thought it was a very apt one.
This may not be related but I am concerned that while Govt taxes windfall profits, do they allow such if the opposite and happens and we have a onetime loss. Of course, there are provisions I agree that allow carry forward of losses but what about such windfall losses. Are they covered.?
Thank you Shahji for your thoughtful comments. Much appreciated.
The essay reminds me of Game Theory - thinking through potential paths/outcomes based on a particular action. A powerful tool.
Yes. Indeed .
very apt subject especially in current days. The former is what is used. However many times situations are taken as fait accompli and keep mum. In my view both are useful communication tools. Complaining can be used to seek resolutions, & explaining may improve understanding. Regards Cdr
You make very interesting observations. A different take on the two concepts.
Great to read…. it’s also worthwhile to reframe the complain into a question…. Then the reply will come in as an explanation… that would help…
A very interesting perspective. I agree.
Like in everything else.... There is a good side and a bad side!
Long winded explainer and habitual complainers are insufferable for sure. But on the other hand need to raise an issue in a constructive manner and provide clarity through concise explanation is an essential ingredient for progress. Third party distortion of facts cannot be a stopper for what is right.
Wah! Very well said TK