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- Šta bi prvo savjetovao čovjeku kome želiš dobro? - Da se…

“- Šta bi prvo savjetovao čovjeku kome želiš dobro? - Da se svojim mišljenjem ne izdvaja među ljudima s kojima živi. (...) Drugi moj savjet čovjeku kome želim dobro bio bi: ne govori uvijek ono što misliš.” quote by Meša Selimović
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““- Šta bi prvo savjetovao čovjeku kome želiš dobro? - Da se svojim mišljenjem ne izdvaja među ljudima s kojima živi. (...) Drugi moj savjet čovjeku kome želim dobro bio bi: ne govori uvijek ono što misliš.””

Meša Selimović

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Advice to stay modest and listen rather than dominate conversations.

In simple terms: Speak less, listen more.

Key Takeaway

Practice humility in speech.

Themes

humility communication wisdom

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • team meetings
  • family gatherings
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

modesty social harmony self‑control

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you held back valuable input?
  • How does listening improve understanding?
A Different Perspective

Silence can be misinterpreted as lack of confidence.

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