Those who are clever in imagination are far more pleased with themselves than prudent men could reasonably be.
PhilosophyPsychologyImaginationCreativitySelf esteemPrudence
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Imaginative people enjoy themselves more than cautious, practical people.
- In plain terms
- Creative minds take more pleasure than prudent ones.
- What can you take from it?
- Balance imagination with prudence for fulfillment.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What value does imagination bring?
- When can prudence limit joy?
Another view
It assumes all imaginative people are self‑absorbed, which isn’t always true.
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