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Grammar Quote by Patricia C. Wrede

“Kim was more than a little inclined to snarl at him, but in the past few days she had learned that snarling at Mairelon did little good. He simply smiled and corrected her grammar.” quote by Patricia C. Wrede
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“Kim was more than a little inclined to snarl at him, but in the past few days she had learned that snarling at Mairelon did little good. He simply smiled and corrected her grammar.”

Patricia C. Wrede

About This Quote

Source Book: The Seven Towers by Patricia C. Wrede, 1995

Learning that anger rarely changes outcomes, patience and correction are more effective.

In simple terms: Anger rarely works; patience does.

Key Takeaway

Choose calm correction over angry outburst.

Themes

patience communication conflict resolution

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • workplace disputes
  • parenting
  • customer service

Key Concepts

emotional intelligence behavioral change

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you maintain composure when provoked?
  • What alternatives exist to correction?
A Different Perspective

If the other person is hostile, calm correction may still be ignored.

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