Children Quote by Elbert Hubbard
“Wisdom must go with Sympathy, else the emotions will become maudlin and pity may be wasted on a poodle instead of a child-on a field-mouse instead of a human soul.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Philosophy of Life, 1915
Balancing wisdom with empathy prevents shallow sentiment and misdirected pity.
In simple terms: Wisdom plus sympathy avoids empty feeling.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate both intellect and compassion.
Themes
empathy
wisdom
emotion
compassion
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- counseling
- leadership
- conflict resolution
- charitable work
Key Concepts
ethical balance
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure your empathy is grounded in understanding?
- When does sympathy become patronizing?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on feeling can cloud judgment.
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