Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

We may give advice, but not the sense to use it.

We may give advice, but not the sense to use it.

Summary

This quote means that it is possible for someone to offer advice or guidance to another person, but ultimately it is up to the individual receiving the advice to decide whether or not to apply it. Just receiving advice does not guarantee that one will understand or know how to correctly use or implement it. Therefore, this quote highlights the importance of personal responsibility and the fact that it is ultimately the individual's own judgement and decision-making skills that determine whether advice is effectively utilized.

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Advice

By Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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