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If you can wait and not be tired of waiting, or being lied about, don't deal in lies. Or being hated, don't give way to hating, and yet don't look too good, nor talk too wise.
Rudyard Kipling
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Patience and integrity are vital virtues in the face of adversity.

This quote by Rudyard Kipling emphasizes the importance of patience and moral integrity during challenging times. It suggests that one should endure difficulties without succumbing to negative emotions like hatred or deceit. Instead of engaging in dishonesty or revenge, a person should remain steadfast in their values, even if it requires significant strength and resilience against adversity.

Themes

PatienceIntegrityWaitingAdversityHonesty

In practice

Example use cases

This quote can be featured in a motivational talk about resilience.

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