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But it was not the boyish grin she had known when he…

“But it was not the boyish grin she had known when he bounded along the low-gravity inner corridors of Battle School. This smile had weariness in it, and old fears long mastered but still present. It was the smile of wisdom.” quote by Orson Scott Card
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““But it was not the boyish grin she had known when he bounded along the low-gravity inner corridors of Battle School. This smile had weariness in it, and old fears long mastered but still present. It was the smile of wisdom.””

Orson Scott Card

About This Quote

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

The smile reflects weariness, mastered fears, and deep wisdom.

In simple terms: A weary, wise smile.

Key Takeaway

Read beyond the surface.

Themes

wisdom experience growth

Mood

reflective serious

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • combat training
  • personal development
  • mentor relationships

Key Concepts

Emotional maturity psychological resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern true wisdom?
  • When does weariness become strength?
A Different Perspective

Smiles can mask pain.

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