If you do not wish a man to do a thing, you had better get him to talk about it; for the more men talk, the more likely they are to do nothing else.

Summary

This quote suggests that if one wants to prevent someone from taking action, it is more effective to engage them in discussions and conversations about it. By encouraging individuals to talk about their intended actions, it becomes easier for them to become preoccupied with discussion rather than actually executing their plans. Consequently, the more they talk, the less inclined they are to take any practical steps towards fulfilling their intentions.

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