Quote by William Hazlitt

The best way to procure insults is to submit to them.

The best way to procure insults is to submit to them.

Summary

This quote suggests that actively inviting insults can be a strategic way to deal with them. By accepting and embracing insults, one can demonstrate resilience, emotional strength, and a refusal to let negativity affect them. It implies that engaging with insults in a non-reactive manner can undermine their power and render them ineffective. It encourages individuals to rise above negative comments and use them as opportunities for personal growth and empowerment.

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By William Hazlitt

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