'As for that,' said Waldenshare, 'sensible men are all of the same religion.' 'Pray, what is that?' inquired the Prince. 'Sensible men never tell.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Sensible men share a common approach to life but refuse to define or discuss it.
- In plain terms
- Smart people agree on a secret rule they never say.
- What can you take from it?
- Common sense often remains unspoken and intuitive.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do sensible people do?
- Why keep it secret?
Another view
Refusing to explain reasoning can hinder learning and accountability.
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