Skills Quote by Stendhal
“I used to think of deathlike I suppose soldiers think of it: it was a possible thing that I could well avoid by my skill.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Le Rouge et le Noir, 1830
He views death as a risk that can be avoided through skill, reflecting a soldier's mindset.
In simple terms: He sees death as avoidable by skill.
Develop competence to reduce fear.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- combat
- dangerous jobs
- high‑stakes decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does skill change your view of danger?
- Can any skill truly avoid death?
Skill cannot eliminate all hazards.