Quote by Mahatma Gandhi

A 'No' uttered from the deepest conviction is better than a 'Yes' merely uttered to please, or worse, to avoid trouble.

A 'No' uttered from the deepest conviction is better than a

Summary

This quote suggests that it is more valuable and respectable to say 'No' when one truly believes in something, rather than saying 'Yes' simply to please others or to avoid conflict. It highlights the importance of integrity and staying true to one's convictions, even if it means going against popular opinion or facing potential consequences. Choosing honesty and standing up for one's beliefs is shown to hold greater value than sacrificing personal convictions for the sake of convenience or harmony.

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