Quote by Jean de la Bruyere

One mark of a second-rate mind is to be always telling stories.

One mark of a second-rate mind is to be always telling stori

Summary

The quote suggests that constantly telling stories may indicate a lack of intellectual depth. Second-rate minds tend to rely on storytelling as a means of communication, potentially masking their inability to engage in deeper conversations or articulate complex thoughts. Dedicating excessive time to storytelling rather than exploring more profound ideas might limit one's intellectual growth and hinder their perspectives. It implies that a truly insightful mind looks beyond storytelling to pursue more substantial discourse.

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By Jean de la Bruyere

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