Part of the problem seems to stem from Isa's polite demeanour and passive manner. (politics.co.uk)
Students» attention may wander during lectures, and they may more easily forget information they encountered in this passive manner. (educationnext.org)
Nothing excites me more than knowing that through my books and speaking engagements, people have taken to heart something they've read or heard, and they've put into action some of the concepts and ideas mentioned as opposed to approaching life in a passive manner without having learned to live..» (blog.balboapress.com)