Do not think of knocking out another person's brains because he differs in opinion from you. It would be as rational to knock yourself on the head because you differ from yourself ten years ago.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Violence over opinion differences is irrational since we often change our own minds.
- In plain terms
- Don't fight people for thinking differently than you.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept differing opinions without violence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle disagreements?
- Have you changed your mind on important issues?
Another view
Some opinions may warrant strong opposition.
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