Quote by Claude A. Helvetius

Harsh counsels have no effect; they are like hammers which are always repulsed by the anvil.

Harsh counsels have no effect; they are like hammers which a

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This quote suggests that providing advice or guidance in a harsh and stern manner is ineffective. Harsh counsels are compared to hammers that are constantly pushed back by the resistance of an anvil. In other words, harshly delivering advice can often be met with resistance and rejection, rather than acceptance or implementation. The quote implies that a gentler approach to counseling or advising may be more successful in achieving the desired outcome.

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