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Astonishing Quote by Charles Baudelaire

“It is the pleasure of astonishing others, and the proud satisfaction of never being astonished by them.” quote by Charles Baudelaire
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“It is the pleasure of astonishing others, and the proud satisfaction of never being astonished by them.”

Charles Baudelaire

About This Quote

Source Poem: "Les Fleurs du Mal", 1857

He describes the joy of surprising others while remaining unimpressed by them.

In simple terms: Enjoy surprising others, stay unimpressed.

Key Takeaway

Value humility over ego.

Themes

pride surprise humility

Mood

reflective philosophical

Type

literary thought‑provoking

When to use this quote

  • social gatherings
  • art criticism
  • personal relationships
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

aesthetic pleasure social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean to never be astonished?
A Different Perspective

Can constant surprise become superficial?

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