Hand Quote by Frank O'Hara
“That's not a run in your stocking, it's a hand on your leg.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "A Step in the Right Direction", 1960
A metaphorical warning: what seems like a minor flaw is actually a deeper, more invasive problem.
In simple terms: Minor flaws can be deeper issues.
Key Takeaway
Beware hidden dangers.
Themes
perception
warning
metaphor
danger
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
warning
When to use this quote
- relationships
- health checks
- self-reflection
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
subtlety
personal boundaries
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden problems might you be ignoring?
- How can you differentiate minor from serious?
A Different Perspective
May overstate minor issues.
![“A blue-stocking is the scourge of her husband, children, friends, servants, and every one. [Fr., Une femme bel-esprit est le fleau de son mari, de ses enfants, de ses amis, de ses valets, et tout le monde.]” quote by Jean-Jacques Rousseau](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3ef/jean-jacques-rousseau-418_blue_a-blue-stocking-is-the-scourge-of-her-hu_2212227.jpg)
