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“Where there is a wish to please, one ought to overlook, and one does overlook a great deal.” quote by Jane Austen
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““Where there is a wish to please, one ought to overlook, and one does overlook a great deal.””

Jane Austen

About This Quote

Source Novel: “Emma”, 1815

When eager to please, people often overlook important details, leading to oversight.

In simple terms: Pleasing can cause neglect.

Key Takeaway

Balance courtesy with attentiveness.

Themes

social etiquette attention mistakes

Mood

reflective gentle

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • family
  • workplace
  • service industry

Key Concepts

human behavior interpersonal dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you ignored something to please?
  • How can you stay attentive while being kind?
A Different Perspective

Over‑pleasing may compromise integrity.

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