We can come to look upon the deaths of our enemies with as much regret as we feel for those of our friends, namely, when we miss their existence as witnesses to our success.
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A man's face as a rule says more, and more interesting things, than his mouth, for it is a compendium of everything his mouth will ever say, in that it is the monogram of all this man's thoughts and aspirations.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A person's facial expressions convey their deeper thoughts and feelings more effectively than their words.
This quote by Arthur Schopenhauer emphasizes the idea that non-verbal communication, particularly facial expressions, can reveal a person’s true emotions and intentions more clearly than spoken words. Schopenhauer suggests that one's face is a summary of their inner thoughts and desires, demonstrating the complexity and depth of human expression beyond mere verbal dialogue.
Themes
Facial ExpressionsNon-Verbal CommunicationThoughtsAspirationsHuman Nature
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a seminar on communication skills to highlight the importance of body language.
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