Excuse Quote by Plato
“It behooves those who take the young to task to leave them room for excuse, lest they drive them to be hardened by too much rebuke.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: The Republic, Book VII, Plato, 380 BC
Young people need space to err; excessive criticism can make them resentful and rigid.
In simple terms: Give youth room to make mistakes.
Key Takeaway
Avoid harsh criticism.
Themes
education
discipline
empathy
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
advisory
philosophical
When to use this quote
- parenting
- mentoring
- teaching
- coaching
Key Concepts
Stoicism
developmental psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance guidance and freedom?
- When does criticism become counterproductive?
A Different Perspective
Too much leniency may foster irresponsibility.
