Rudeness is the weak man's imitation of strength.
Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Rudeness is a weak person trying to look tough.
- In plain terms
- Being rude is how weak people act strong.
- What can you take from it?
- True strength does not need rudeness.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is your rudeness strength or weakness?
- How do you handle rude people?
Another view
Sometimes assertiveness looks like rudeness to others.
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