The generality of virtuous women are like hidden treasures, they are safe only because nobody has sought after them.
Francois De La RochefoucauldRead
Politeness of the mind is to have delicate thoughts
Interpretation
What this quote means
Politeness reflects thoughtful consideration for others' feelings.
The quote by Francois De La Rochefoucauld suggests that true politeness goes beyond mere external behavior; it originates from a mindset that values and respects the thoughts and emotions of others. By nurturing delicate thoughts, one cultivates an inherent sense of politeness that influences interactions and fosters a more compassionate environment.
Themes
PolitenessThoughtfulnessMindDelicateRespect
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about personal development, one might say, 'As Francois De La Rochefoucauld reminds us, the politeness of the mind is to have delicate thoughts.'
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