Remember that the plant wants to eat you, the groundskeeper said. It's not going to let you get away. Don't fight it. Let yourself be eaten. Don't take this the wrong way, but I'm finding your advice to be less than one hundred percent helpful
In "The Human Division" by John Scalzi, a character receives unconventional advice from a groundskeeper regarding the dangers posed by a plant. The groundskeeper suggests that instead of resisting, one should accept the plant's nature and yield to it, implying that fighting back may be futile. This perspective introduces a rather surreal and whimsical thought about the relationship between humans and the natural world.
However, the character finds the groundskeeper's guidance somewhat unhelpful, reflecting a common sentiment when faced with questionable or absurd advice. This interaction highlights the tension between accepting situations we cannot control and the instinct to fight back, revealing deeper themes about survival and surrender in the face of overwhelming odds.
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