Expensive Quote by Franz Grillparzer
“He who takes people for smart pays an expensive lesson.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Poor Bachelor, Franz Grillparzer, 1827
Assuming others are clever leads to costly lessons in humility.
In simple terms: Don’t underestimate others’ intelligence.
Key Takeaway
Respect others’ insight.
Themes
humility
wisdom
social interaction
Mood
cautionary
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
philosophy
human behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you test assumptions?
- What lessons have you learned from others?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence can still cause harm.
