Connected Quote by William Shenstone
“It seems with wit and good-nature, Utrum horum mavis accipe. Taste and good-nature are universally connected.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Lover's Complaint, 1760
The quote suggests that wit and pleasantness go together, and that kindness is a universal trait.
In simple terms: Wit and kindness are linked; kindness is universal.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate both humor and kindness.
Themes
humor
kindness
universality
Mood
warm
thoughtful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- friendship
- leadership
- teaching
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
social grace
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance wit with sincerity?
- When does kindness become a weakness?
A Different Perspective
Kindness alone may not guarantee success without competence.
