Power Laws 19–24
Laws 19–24 retold for kids as reading the room, keeping options open, the smart "I don't know" question, the willow-bend retreat, focused effort, and graceful manners.
Before you play a game, know who wants to play, Some friends are easy-breezy, some might stomp away! Pay attention closely, read the room just right, Pick the games that fit so everybody feels alright. Don't promise all your toys to just one single friend, Keep your options open, ready 'round the bend! You can love so many, spread your kindness wide, No need to pick just one team, one group, or one side.
What is, is not always what is good, People don't always act the way they should! So learn how the world works, then choose your own way, Be wise AND be kind every single day!
Sometimes acting silly helps you learn the most, Ask a lot of questions—don't pretend to boast! When you say "I don't know, teach me if you please," People love to help you, and learning is a breeze. If you're feeling smaller, if you're feeling stuck, Take a breath, step back, and don't push your luck! Sometimes bending gently is the smartest play, Like a willow tree that bends but doesn't break away.
What is, is not always what is good, People don't always act the way they should! So learn how the world works, then choose your own way, Be wise AND be kind every single day!
Focus all your energy on one thing at a time, Scattered little sprinkles never make a climb! Put your whole big heart into the task at hand, Concentrated effort helps you build something grand. Be polite and graceful, learn to read the scene, Notice how things work and what the grown-ups mean! Every room's a puzzle with its own small rules, Kindness mixed with savvy are the best of tools.
What is, is not always what is good, People don't always act the way they should! So learn how the world works, then choose your own way, Be wise AND be kind every single day!