If one man says to thee, Thou art a donkey, pay no heed. If two speak thus, purchase a saddle.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of not allowing individual criticism or insults to affect us, as they may be subjective opinions. However, if multiple people express the same negative judgment, it suggests that there might be some truth to it, and it is worth considering or addressing the criticism. It reminds us to discern between personal biases and collective feedback in order to make constructive choices and improvements in our lives.

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