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Communication Quote by Anthony Trollope

“It is easy to love one's enemy when one is making fine speeches; but so difficult to do so in the actual everyday work of life.” quote by Anthony Trollope
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“It is easy to love one's enemy when one is making fine speeches; but so difficult to do so in the actual everyday work of life.”

Anthony Trollope

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Way We Live Now, 1875

Highlights the difficulty of loving one's enemies in daily life compared to rhetorical praise.

In simple terms: Hard to love enemies in everyday actions.

Key Takeaway

Practice empathy beyond words.

Themes

empathy conflict practicality

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

literary ethical

When to use this quote

  • negotiations
  • workplace disputes
  • community service

Key Concepts

moral philosophy social behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions show true empathy?
  • How can you balance principle and practicality?
A Different Perspective

Consistent empathy may be emotionally draining.

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