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When seeking guidance, don't ever listen to the tiny-hearted. Be kind to them, heap them with blessing, cajole them, but do not follow their advice.
Clarissa Pinkola Estes
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Seek guidance from those with a broad perspective and avoid the negative influences of small-minded individuals.

This quote emphasizes the importance of choosing the right sources when seeking advice or guidance. It suggests that instead of allowing the small-minded or 'tiny-hearted' people to sway your decisions, it's better to be compassionate towards them without letting their limited views dictate your path. True wisdom comes from those who encourage growth and positivity, not from those who are mired in negativity.

Themes

GuidanceAdviceWisdomPositivityCompassion

In practice

Example use cases

In a motivational speech to inspire individuals to trust their intuition over negative feedback.

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