Le silence est le parti le plus sur de celui qui se defie de soi-meme.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- When you distrust your own judgment, staying quiet is the safest choice.
- In plain terms
- If you doubt yourself, silence is the best option.
- What can you take from it?
- Silence protects when confidence is lacking.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is silence wise?
- How do you handle self doubt?
Another view
Silence can also signal agreement or ignorance.
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