They are all alike you know. They hold their tongues for years and you think you're safe, but when the opportunity comes they remember everything.
Edith WhartonRead
To know when to be generous and when firm—that is wisdom.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Wisdom involves knowing the right times to be kind and to stand your ground.
This quote emphasizes that true wisdom lies in discernment and the ability to balance generosity with assertiveness. It suggests that understanding the appropriate moments to offer kindness versus when to be resolute is a hallmark of a wise individual.
Themes
WisdomGenerosityFirmnessBalanceKnowledge
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the qualities of a good leader.
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