Quote by Earl Camden

It is not good to have an oar in everyone's boat.

It is not good to have an oar in everyone's boat.

Summary

This quote suggests that it is not wise or beneficial to meddle in every situation or involve oneself in everyone's affairs. The metaphor of having an oar in everyone's boat emphasizes the idea that attempting to control or influence every person's decisions or actions can disrupt the harmony or functionality of their own life. It promotes the notion of respecting boundaries, allowing individuals to navigate their own paths, and avoiding unnecessary interference in other people's business.

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Concentration

By Earl Camden

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