Let this great maxim be my virtue's guide,- In part she is to blame that has been tried: He comes too near that comes to be denied.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Testing limits can lead to rejection, but it is part of virtue.
- In plain terms
- Pushing boundaries risks getting denied.
- What can you take from it?
- Expect resistance when testing limits.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When to stop testing?
Another view
Can justify risky behavior.
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