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NATURE / WILDLIFE

Top 10 Octopus Guide to Handling Life’s Trickiest Situations

Adaptability • Problem-Solving • Creativity

4 min readAug 11, 2025

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When an octopus faces a tricky situation in the ocean, it doesn’t get stuck feeling sorry for itself. Instead, it starts thinking, changing its approach, and taking action. Octopuses show us that getting by isn’t just about raw power. It’s about being clever, whether escaping danger, cracking open a snack, or disappearing into the background.

Here’s how you can copy the strategies from the octopus’s book to tackle the big difficulties in life.

1. Become a Master of Blending In
In the wild, octopuses stay safe by blending into their surroundings. In daily life, that means learning how to change how you talk, your tone, and your general approach depending on who you’re with. Whether it’s a job interview, a sales presentation, or just hanging out with friends, try to understand the situation, make small changes, and fit in without losing who you truly are. It’s like being a social chameleon, adapting to connect with others while staying true to yourself.

2. Use All Your Limbs (aka Expand Your Skill Set)
An octopus doesn’t depend on just one arm, and you shouldn’t rely on a single talent. Spread your skills across…

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