It was enemies one wanted, not friends.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Conflict or opposition can be more motivating or useful than friendship.
- In plain terms
- Enemies were wanted more than friends.
- What can you take from it?
- Sometimes opposition drives action more than support.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you need enemies to feel alive?
- How do opposition and friendship differ in value?
Another view
Friends often provide more lasting value than enemies.
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