Chance Quote by Ernie J Zelinski
“Occasionally, you will be given the chance to be either intellectual or pleasant. Leave being intellectual to others.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Power of Less", 2005
Suggests choosing pleasantness over intellectualism in social contexts, delegating intellect to others.
In simple terms: Be pleasant, leave deep thinking to others.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize kindness in interactions.
Themes
social harmony
humility
intellectualism
Mood
thoughtful
balanced
Type
self-help
advice
When to use this quote
- networking
- team meetings
- social gatherings
Key Concepts
psychology
social etiquette
Questions to Reflect On
- When is intellectual input essential?
- How can you balance both?
A Different Perspective
May undervalue the benefits of intellectual contribution.
![“The system [of thought] doesn't stay with the difficult problem that produces unpleasant feelings. It's conditioned somehow to move as fast as it can toward more pleasant feelings, without actually facing the thing that's making the unpleasant feeling.” quote by David Bohm](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e2a/david-bohm-4805_difficult_the-system-of-thought-doesn-t-stay-with_8291.jpg)
