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This is a lesson in consulting. It is for talking with a person who knows what is good for them, but can't seem to do it. In the example given, the topic is going to a retreat. Almost any topic could be substituted for it.
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Dwayne Phillips
A systems and computer engineer since 1980. A short story fiction writer.
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Dwayne Phillips
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Conversation: A Retreat
Ted: I want to go to a retreat. No, I need to go to a retreat. Yes, I really need to go to a retreat.
Allen: Sounds like you know
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