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“Your father is a fool skin deep; but you are a fool to your very marrow.” quote by George Bernard Shaw
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“Your father is a fool skin deep; but you are a fool to your very marrow.”

George Bernard Shaw

About This Quote

Source Play: Man and Superman, 1903

A witty critique that superficial foolishness is shallow, but deep-rooted foolishness is more ingrained and harder to change.

In simple terms: Shallow fools are easy to spot; deep fools are harder to fix.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address deep-seated foolishness.

Themes

wisdom self-awareness critique

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical insightful

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • leadership
  • education
  • counseling

Key Concepts

psychology human nature self-improvement

Questions to Reflect On

  • What beliefs have you inherited without questioning?
  • How can you challenge deep-rooted assumptions?
A Different Perspective

Changing deep beliefs requires effort and openness.

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