Compromise Quote by Hedy Lamarr
“Compromise and tolerance are magic words. It took me 40 years to become philosophical.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1977 TV interview
Compromise and tolerance are powerful; decades of practice lead to philosophical outlook.
In simple terms: Patience and openness shape wisdom.
Practice tolerance daily.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- long-term relationships
- career negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance compromise with self‑advocacy?
- What philosophical insights have you gained?
Tolerance may be seen as weakness.