Quote by Luc De Clapiers

The art of pleasing is the art of deception.

The art of pleasing is the art of deception.

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to please others, one must adopt certain deceptive tactics or techniques. It implies that pleasing others often involves presenting oneself or one's actions in a way that may not be completely genuine or honest. It implies that the ability to manipulate or deceive is essential in the pursuit of gaining approval or positive reactions from others. Therefore, the quote suggests that pleasing others can sometimes be seen as an art form that relies on the skill of deception.

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