How to Pet a Porcupine

I discovered something new in a staff meeting a few weeks ago, and that is that you can pet a porcupine without getting hurt. I have never actually pet a porcupine, but I was told it is possible without a follow-up trip the hospital, if you do it correctly.

Porcupine

Photo courtesy of © flickr.com/photos/arthur_chapman/3986448936/

If you want to pet a porcupine without getting stuck by a bunch of quills you don’t run up and startle it.  You don’t quickly scoop it up into your hands and give it a big hug.  If you want to pet a porcupine you have to develop trust with it.  First, you hold out your hand to see if it wants to come near and sniff you. Only after it sniffs you can you pet it, but you have to do it a certain way starting at the head and petting down.  To pet a porcupine any other way could potentially hurt…a lot.

Some people are a lot like porcupines. They have quills, and they will stick you if you handle them the wrong way.    You know the kind of people I am talking about, they tend to be a bit grouchy, pessimistic, standoffish and avoid personal contact, have a tendency to complain and point out the bad in a situation, etc…  These people tend to be a lot like porcupines.  If you run up and startle them you’re going to get hurt.  If you try to pressure them into doing something you’re going to get hurt.  If you cross their path in a way they don’t like, start looking for the nearest hospital.

To pet one of these porcupines requires developing trust just like a real porcupine. No, holding out your hand to see if they sniff you is probably not the best way to go about it, but spending time getting to know them is.  Learning about their perspective, their past, their priorities can give you insight in how best to go about working and getting along with them.  Taking the time to building trust with can go a very long way, and save you a lot of pain in the end.  Just as I am sure petting a real porcupine is an amazing experience, I know that getting someone who is a bit prickly on your side can be just as fulfilling.

Also, for those who are pastors of churches and have opportunity to work with porcupines, the reality is that they are also sheep in need of a good shepherd. They can’t simply be dismissed. You can’t just steer clear of them like you might a real porcupine in the wild. You have to learn to pet them.  You have to learn to lead them. So you might as well do it the right way, and save yourself some pain.

Please note: I reserve the right to delete comments that are offensive or off-topic.

Leave a Reply to navarro pharmacy Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

321,831 thoughts on “How to Pet a Porcupine

  1. I have been exploring for a little bit for any high-quality articles or blog posts in this kind of space . Exploring in Yahoo I finally stumbled upon this web site. Studying this info So i am happy to exhibit that I have a very just right uncanny feeling I found out just what I needed. I most no doubt will make sure to do not omit this website and provides it a glance regularly.

  2. Мы готовы предложить дипломы любых профессий по невысоким ценам. Важно, чтобы документы были доступны для большого количества граждан. Приобрести диплом любого института cloudwork360.com/employer/premialnie-diplom-24

  3. Этот информативный текст выделяется своими захватывающими аспектами, которые делают сложные темы доступными и понятными. Мы стремимся предложить читателям глубину знаний вместе с разнообразием интересных фактов. Откройте новые горизонты и развивайте свои способности познавать мир!
    Детальнее – https://www.imolireality.sk/combien-de-temps-faut-il-pour-vendre-un-logement

  4. Wonderful goods from you, man. I have consider your stuff previous to and you are just too great. I really like what you’ve acquired right here, certainly like what you’re saying and the way in which in which you say it. You are making it entertaining and you still care for to stay it smart. I can not wait to read much more from you. This is really a tremendous site.

  5. I don’t know whether it’s just me or if perhaps everybody
    else experiencing issues with your blog. It appears like some
    of the text within your posts are running off the screen. Can somebody
    else please comment and let me know if this is happening to them too?
    This may be a problem with my browser because I’ve had this happen previously.
    Thanks

    • Bedpage gave me the kind of experience that’s rare to find online — real, respectful, and completely stress-free.

      The provider I connected with was exactly like her profile — kind, punctual, and professional. Communication was simple, and the entire interaction felt private and well-handled.

      If you’re looking for honest adult services with no hidden games or surprises, Bedpage is the only site you need to visit.

  6. Woah! I’m really digging the template/theme of this blog. It’s simple, yet effective. A lot of times it’s hard to get that “perfect balance” between superb usability and visual appearance. I must say you’ve done a great job with this. Additionally, the blog loads super fast for me on Opera. Exceptional Blog!

  7. I’m really enjoying the design and layout of your website. It’s a very easy on the eyes which makes it much more enjoyable for me to come here and visit more often. Did you hire out a designer to create your theme? Superb work!

  8. Эта публикация погружает вас в мир увлекательных фактов и удивительных открытий. Мы расскажем о ключевых событиях, которые изменили ход истории, и приоткроем завесу над научными достижениями, которые вдохновили миллионы. Узнайте, чему может научить нас прошлое и как применить эти знания в будущем.
    Углубиться в тему – https://maisonludvig.fr/produit/gtaad-glam-candle

  9. работа военным Военная служба – это не только ношение формы и владение оружием. Это сложная и многогранная деятельность, включающая в себя подготовку, обучение, участие в учениях и операциях, а также поддержание боеготовности.

  10. Мы предлагаем дипломы психологов, юристов, экономистов и любых других профессий по доступным ценам. Важно, чтобы документы были доступными для подавляющей массы граждан. Купить диплом об образовании skoolyard.biz//create-blog

  11. Hey there, I think your website might be having browser compatibility issues. When I look at your blog in Safari, it looks fine but when opening in Internet Explorer, it has some overlapping. I just wanted to give you a quick heads up! Other then that, wonderful blog!

  12. Howdy I am so excited I found your weblog, I really found you by mistake, while I was researching on Aol for something else, Anyhow I am here now and would just like to say thank you for a remarkable post and a all round enjoyable blog (I also love the theme/design), I don’t have time to read through it all at the moment but I have bookmarked it and also added your RSS feeds, so when I have time I will be back to read a lot more, Please do keep up the superb jo.

  13. Этот обзорный материал предоставляет информационно насыщенные данные, касающиеся актуальных тем. Мы стремимся сделать информацию доступной и структурированной, чтобы читатели могли легко ориентироваться в наших выводах. Познайте новое с нашим обзором!
    Ознакомиться с деталями – https://atechsur.org/saltasaurus

  14. You really make it seem so easy with your presentation but I find this matter to be actually something which I think I would never understand. It seems too complicated and very broad for me. I am looking forward for your next post, I’ll try to get the hang of it!

  15. В этой информационной статье вы найдете интересное содержание, которое поможет вам расширить свои знания. Мы предлагаем увлекательный подход и уникальные взгляды на обсуждаемые темы, побуждая пользователей к активному мышлению и критическому анализу!
    Изучить вопрос глубже – https://rajkajexpress.com/2024/07/16/uttarakhand-news