Quote by Lord Melbourne

My esoteric doctrine, is that if you entertain any doubt, it is safest to take the unpopular side in the first instance. Transit from the unpopular, is easy... but from the popular to the unpopular is so steep and rugged that it is impossible to maintain it.

My esoteric doctrine, is that if you entertain any doubt, it

Summary

This quote suggests that when faced with uncertainty, it is wiser to initially embrace the unpopular opinion. The author's belief is that transitioning from an unpopular stance to a popular one is relatively simple and manageable. On the contrary, moving from a popular viewpoint to an unpopular one is incredibly challenging and often impossible to sustain. The esoteric doctrine advises individuals to choose the less popular side initially to avoid the difficulty of shifting perspectives against prevailing opinions.

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By Lord Melbourne

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