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“No one but a fool is always right.”

About This Quote

Source Play: The Secret Rapture, 1994

Only a fool insists on being right all the time.

In simple terms: Being always right shows foolishness.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility and open dialogue.

Themes

humility dialogue wisdom

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

team meetings
debates
conflict resolution

Key Concepts

ego closed‑mindedness

Questions to Reflect On

When is it better to stand firm?
What are the costs of stubbornness?

A Different Perspective

Sometimes being right can be useful in negotiations.

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