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“Perfect good sense shuns all extremity, content to couple wisdom with sobriety” quote by Moliere
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“Perfect good sense shuns all extremity, content to couple wisdom with sobriety”

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About This Quote

Source Play: Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme, 1670

Advocates balance, avoiding extremes, and pairing wisdom with moderation.

In simple terms: Avoid excess; be wise and moderate.

Key Takeaway

Seek balance, not extremes.

Themes

moderation wisdom balance

Mood

thoughtful balanced

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution
  • policymaking
  • null

Key Concepts

Stoicism ethical living

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain moderation in heated debates?
  • When is it wise to adopt a firm stance?
A Different Perspective

Extreme positions can ignore nuance and cause harm.

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