Depth Quote by Oscar Wilde
“People are very fond of giving away what they need most themselves. It is what I call the depth of generosity.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Lady Windermere’s Fan, 1892
True generosity involves giving away what one most needs.
In simple terms: Giving away what you need most.
Key Takeaway
Share your deepest needs.
Themes
generosity
self‑sacrifice
human nature
Mood
thoughtful
melancholy
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- charitable acts
- personal relationships
- community building
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people give what they need most?
- How to balance generosity and self‑care?
A Different Perspective
Self‑sacrifice may lead to personal depletion.
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