Here's a good rule of thumb; too clever is dumb.
Ogden NashRead
There are no exceptions to the rule that everybody likes to be an exception to the rule.
Interpretation
What this quote means
People often enjoy feeling unique or special, even while adhering to general rules.
This quote expresses the paradoxical tendency of people to want to be seen as unique or different from others while simultaneously accepting and conforming to societal norms and expectations. It highlights the human desire for individuality in contrast with the universal truths that apply to everyone, suggesting that we want to be exceptions even in situations where exceptions are not typically allowed.
Themes
ExceptionsRulesIndividualityParadoxNorms
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about creativity, one might use this quote to illustrate how people can embrace their uniqueness.
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