Gentleness Quote by Jean de La Fontaine
“Gentleness succeeds better than violence.”
About This Quote
Source Fable: The Wolf and the Lamb, 1668
Gentleness achieves more lasting success than force; kindness wins where aggression fails.
In simple terms: Kindness works better than violence.
Choose gentle approaches.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- negotiations
- parenting
- leadership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is firmness preferable?
- How can you balance gentleness and assertiveness?
Gentleness may be perceived as weakness.