Your corn is ripe today; mine will be so tomorrow. 'Tis profitable for us both, that I should labour with you today, and that you should aid me tomorrow.
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It is harder to avoid censure than to gain applause.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Avoiding criticism is more challenging than seeking approval from others.
This quote by David Hume highlights the notion that people often find it easier to seek praise than to dodge negative judgment. It suggests that societal expectations and scrutiny can be more daunting than the pursuit of accolades, emphasizing the power of public opinion and the challenges of living authentically amidst external evaluations.
Themes
CensureApplauseCriticismApprovalSociety
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be cited during a discussion on the challenges of public speaking.
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