My head lies at least a foot closer to my heart than is the case with other men: that is why I am so reasonable.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Reason comes from close connection between thought and emotion.
- In plain terms
- Being reasonable means thinking and feeling are close.
- What can you take from it?
- Balance logic and emotion for better decisions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How close should thought and feeling be?
Another view
Reason does not always require emotional connection.
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