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“You see how when rivers are swollen in winter those trees that yield to the flood retain their branches, but those that offer resistance perish, trunk and all.” quote by Sophocles
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“You see how when rivers are swollen in winter those trees that yield to the flood retain their branches, but those that offer resistance perish, trunk and all.”

Sophocles

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Source Play: Antigone (modern adaptation), date unknown

Flexibility in adversity preserves life; rigid resistance leads to destruction.

In simple terms: Adapt or perish.

Key Takeaway

Embrace flexibility in challenges.

Themes

resilience adaptability nature

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • business crises
  • personal setbacks
  • environmental disasters

Key Concepts

philosophy survival environment

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is resistance justified?
  • How can flexibility be balanced with principles?
A Different Perspective

Rigid resistance may sometimes be necessary for integrity.

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