Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

The intellect is always fooled by the heart.

The intellect is always fooled by the heart.

Summary

This quote suggests that the rationality and logic of the intellect can be easily deceived or misled by the emotions and desires of the heart. It implies that decision-making based solely on intellectual analysis may not be reliable, as emotions can sway our judgment and cloud our reasoning. In essence, it emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and recognizing the influence of our feelings in making sound and balanced decisions.

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Intelligence

By Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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