Ease Quote by George Herbert
“The tooth-ach is more ease then to deale with ill people.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Altar, 1633
Dealing with difficult people is harder than any physical pain.
In simple terms: People are harder to handle than bodily aches.
Key Takeaway
Choose patience over confrontation.
Themes
patience
conflict
human nature
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- customer service
- family gatherings
- team meetings
- public speaking
Key Concepts
empathy
communication
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you found patience more effective than argument?
- How do you balance empathy with self‑preservation?
A Different Perspective
Some conflicts require firm boundaries, not just patience.
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