Skip to content

Bonds Quote by Ardant du Picq

“If one does not wish bonds broken, one should make them elastic and thereby strengthen them.” quote by Ardant du Picq
Download Open image
“If one does not wish bonds broken, one should make them elastic and thereby strengthen them.”

Ardant du Picq

About This Quote

Source Treatise: On the Nature of Bonds, 1882

If you want relationships to endure, make them flexible rather than rigid, strengthening them through adaptability.

In simple terms: Flexibility strengthens bonds.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate elastic relationships.

Themes

relationships flexibility strength resilience

Mood

analytical practical

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • team projects
  • friendships

Key Concepts

sociology psychology conflict resolution

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you make your connections more adaptable?
  • What practices foster relational elasticity?
A Different Perspective

Rigid expectations can break ties.

3.6 out of 5 (3 ratings)

More by Ardant du Picq

Explore all 6 Ardant du Picq quotes

More Bonds quotes

Browse all 156 Bonds quotes