Currents Quote by Samuel Tuke
“He is a fool who thinks by force or skill To turn the current of a woman's will.”
About This Quote
Forceful control over another’s will is foolish and ineffective.
In simple terms: Forceful control fails.
Key Takeaway
Respect others’ autonomy.
Themes
power
control
will
ethics
relationships
Mood
thoughtful
cautionary
Type
Currents:0
Fool:1
Force:1
Intellectual:0
Intelligence:0
Skills:0
Thinking:0
Thinks:0
Turns:0
Fool Thinks:0
Thinks Force:0
Skill Turn:0
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
coercion
intellectual humility
personal agency
Questions to Reflect On
- Why is respecting will important?
- How can influence be ethical?
A Different Perspective
May breed resentment.
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