Everything is dangerous, my dear fellow. If it wasn't so, life wouldn't be worth living.
Oscar WildeRead
I always pass on good advice. It is the only thing to do with it. It is never of any use to oneself.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Good advice is meant to be shared, as it often benefits others more than the person who receives it.
In this quote, Oscar Wilde humorously reflects on the nature of good advice, suggesting that its true value lies in its ability to help others rather than being kept to oneself. He implies that while one may love to receive advice, the act of passing it on is the more virtuous choice, allowing wisdom to circulate and assist those who may need it more than the advisor themselves.
Themes
AdviceWisdomSharingHelpfulnessSelflessness
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting, I could share this quote to encourage my colleagues to help each other with advice.
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