Corners Quote by Joseph Joubert
“We shall always keep a spare corner in our heads to give passing hospitality to our friends' opinion.”
About This Quote
Advocates reserving mental space to consider and respect friends’ viewpoints.
In simple terms: Keeping room in mind for others’ opinions.
Key Takeaway
Practice open‑minded listening.
Themes
open‑mindedness
friendship
dialogue
Mood
thoughtful
curious
Type
reflective
philosophical
When to use this quote
- debates
- social gatherings
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
cognitive flexibility
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How often do you truly consider opposing views?
- What benefits arise from mental openness?
A Different Perspective
Might dilute personal convictions if over‑accommodating.
![“If you look into the mirror, you see that [every part of you] belongs there and you belong there, as you are. You begin to realize that you have a perfect right to be in this universe, to be this way, and you see that there is a basic hospitality that this world provides to you. You have looked…” quote by Chogyam Trungpa](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/17c/chogyam-trungpa-1373_apologizing_if-you-look-into-the-mirror-you-see-that_86412.jpg)
![“I look forward to hosting Prime Minister Lee [Hsien Loong], whose friendship and partnership I appreciate very much and with whom I've worked throughout my administration. This will also be an opportunity for me to reciprocate the hospitality that the Prime Minister and the people of Singapore…” quote by Barack Obama](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ae9/barack-obama-17_administration_i-look-forward-to-hosting-prime-minister_80772.jpg)
