But, as, when any of the prouder passions are hurt, it is…
““But, as, when any of the prouder passions are hurt, it is much better philosophy to let a man slip into a good temper than to attack him in a bad one””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
When someone's pride is wounded, it's wiser to calm them than to confront them aggressively.
In simple terms: Calm a wounded ego instead of fighting.
Key Takeaway
Choose patience over provocation.
Themes
empathy
conflict resolution
pride
Mood
thoughtful
calm
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal arguments
- team meetings
- parenting
- customer service
Key Concepts
Stoicism
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you de‑escalate a heated exchange?
- When is confrontation necessary?
A Different Perspective
May not work if the person is unresponsive to calm.