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A wise woman never yields by appointment. It should always be an unforeseen happiness
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"A wise woman never yields by appointment. It should always be an unforeseen happiness"

- Stendhal

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This quote by Stendhal is a tip to women to not be too eager to please others. It is important to keep a sense of independence and autonomy in relationships. Women must not feel obligated to give in to the needs of others, but rather must be selective in how they pick to yield. Yielding ought to be done out of genuine joy and not out of a sense of obligation. This quote motivates females to be sensible and to not be too quick to succumb to the expectations of others. It is important to preserve a sense of self-respect and to not be taken advantage of. Ladies ought to be confident in their decisions and not be afraid to stand up for themselves. This quote is a pointer to women to be sensible and to not be too fast to give in to the demands of others.

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France Flag This quote is written / told by Stendhal between January 23, 1783 and March 23, 1842. He/she was a famous Writer from France. The author also have 38 other quotes.

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