Quote by Aesop

There once was a Bald Man who sat down after work on a hot summer's day. A Fly came up and kept buzzing about his bald pate, and stinging him from time to time. The Man aimed a blow at his little enemy, but - whack - his palm come on his own head instead; again the Fly tormented him, but this time the Man was wiser and said: YOU WILL ONLY INJURE YOURSELF IF YOU TAKE NOTICE OF DISPICABLE ENEMIES.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that individuals should not waste their time and energy on insignificant and unworthy adversaries. By using the metaphor of a fly buzzing around a bald man's head, it illustrates how giving attention to contemptible enemies can lead to self-inflicted harm. The quote encourages people to be wise in choosing their battles and focusing on more important matters, rather than allowing themselves to be bothered or harmed by trivial problems or individuals who are not deserving of their attention.

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