Fool Quote by Ben Jonson
“No man is so foolish but may give another good counsel sometimes; and no man is so wise, but may easily err, if he will take no others counsel but his own. But very few men are wise by their own counsel; or learned by their own teaching. For he that was only taught by himself had a fool to his master.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Volpone, 1605
Relying solely on one's own judgment is risky; seeking others' advice leads to wiser decisions.
In simple terms: Own counsel often flawed; seek others' advice.
Key Takeaway
Listen to others before deciding.
Themes
wisdom
advice
humility
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- personal relationships
- leadership
- decision making
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
self-awareness
critical thinking
learning
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust your own judgment too much?
- Whose counsel could improve your choices?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on personal experience can blind you to better options.
