Break Quote by Cornelia Otis Skinner
“Tragedy can break the heart but not the dam of the tearducts while schmaltz can dissolve the most hardened sophisticate.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Uncommon Reader, 1955
Emotions can be overwhelming, yet humor and sentimentality can soften even the most rigid intellects.
In simple terms: Humor eases hard hearts.
Key Takeaway
Use humor to soften resistance.
Themes
emotion
humor
resilience
Mood
reflective
lighthearted
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- creative writing
- therapy
- leadership training
Key Concepts
psychology
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- When does humor become counterproductive?
- Can sentimentality undermine seriousness?
A Different Perspective
Humor may be dismissed as trivial.
