An Iron Fist in a Velvet Glove

Published: Jan 15, 2004

Application

An iron fist can be

a resolute paradigm
stubborn perseverance
superior intelligence (as in gathered information)
absence or capacity to deal with fear
overwhelming evidence for your case
well honed martial art

A velvet glove can be

charm
humor
delicate communication
soft voice
treating someone as an equal (elevating or deflating)

Stories

The Real Uncle Max

The Uncle Max for whom this site is named was able to plow through crowded elevators and subways of a city known for its predominance of people with dour ultra-conservative demeanor spreading joy and happiness.

What a joy to walk with him and observe the change overcoming people touched by his personality.

Inward he was strong. Outward he was a loveable saint – the epitome of kindness.

Submitted by: NephewGerry

Outcomes

Highly developed, this skill allows you to be open and friendly with strangers.
You will not have to frown to avoid people speaking to you.
You will be greeted by strangers who want to share the joy of your presence.
People will often ask, "You look familiar, have we met before?"
It's healthy to be liked.

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