Quote by Antonio Gramsci

My practicality consists in this, in the knowledge that if you beat your head against the wall it is your head which breaks and not the wall - that is my strength, my only strength.

My practicality consists in this, in the knowledge that if y

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker's practicality lies in their understanding that trying to overcome or change external obstacles can lead to self-destruction. Instead of wasting energy on futile battles, they believe in focusing on protecting themselves and prioritizing their own well-being. Their awareness of this fact is deemed their sole source of strength. Overall, the quote promotes a practical and self-preserving mindset in the face of difficulties.

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