Quote by Edward Dahlberg

There is hardly a man on earth who will take advice unless he is certain that it is positively bad.

There is hardly a man on earth who will take advice unless h

Summary

This quote highlights the inherent human tendency to be resistant to taking advice. It suggests that people are generally skeptical of receiving guidance or counsel unless they believe that the advice being offered is not only unhelpful but potentially harmful. The quote implies that individuals often rely on their own judgment and fail to see the value in seeking guidance from others. It emphasizes the common reluctance to accept advice and highlights the importance of overcoming this resistance in order to benefit from the wisdom and experiences of others.

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