Saying is one thing and doing is another.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Montaigne highlights the gap between what people claim and what they actually do.
- In plain terms
- Words and actions are often different.
- What can you take from it?
- Actions speak louder than words.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do your actions say?
- Do you follow through?
Another view
Sometimes words are all one can offer.
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