C'est une grande folie de vouloir etre sage tout seul.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- It is foolish to try to be wise alone. Wisdom usually requires outside perspective and dialogue with others.
- In plain terms
- Trying to be wise without help is a mistake.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek counsel instead of isolating your thinking.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is solitude wise?
- How do others change your view?
Another view
Some wisdom comes from solitary reflection.
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