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“Pity can be a powerful tool. Anytime you can make someone else feel something, you’ve got power over them.” quote by Brandon Sanderson
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““Pity can be a powerful tool. Anytime you can make someone else feel something, you’ve got power over them.””

Brandon Sanderson

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Way of Kings, 2010

Manipulating others' emotions grants power, highlighting the ethical danger of emotional influence.

In simple terms: Emotional manipulation is a source of power over others.

Key Takeaway

Use empathy responsibly, avoid exploiting feelings.

Themes

power empathy ethics

Mood

cautious serious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • politics
  • marketing
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

psychology control influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is influencing emotions ethical?
  • How can you protect yourself from emotional manipulation?
A Different Perspective

Power can corrupt, leading to abuse of trust.

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