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“My mother was a good mistress to her servants, taking care of them in their sicknesses, not sparing any cost she was able to bestow for their recovery.” quote by Margaret Cavendish
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“My mother was a good mistress to her servants, taking care of them in their sicknesses, not sparing any cost she was able to bestow for their recovery.”

Margaret Cavendish

About This Quote

Source Book: The Blazing World, 1666

A kind mistress cares for her servants' health, spending freely on their recovery.

In simple terms: A good mistress spends money to heal her servants.

Key Takeaway

Invest in caring for those you lead.

Themes

leadership compassion health class generosity

Mood

thoughtful ethical

Type

philosophical historical

When to use this quote

  • Household management
  • noble estates
  • philanthropy

Key Concepts

social hierarchy ethics of care economic responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities do leaders have?
  • How far should generosity extend?
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