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There is not a soul who does not have to beg alms of another, either a smile, a handshake, or a fond eye
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"There is not a soul who does not have to beg alms of another, either a smile, a handshake, or a fond eye"

- Lord Acton

About this Quote

This quote by Lord Acton talks to the idea that everyone requires something from someone else in order to feel linked and accepted. All of us require to be seen and valued by others, and this quote recommends that even the most independent and self-sufficient individual requires to request something from someone else. Whether it be a smile, a handshake, or a fond eye, we all need to be acknowledged and appreciated by others in order to feel connected and accepted. This quote speaks to the value of human connection and how it is essential for our well-being. It likewise talks to the idea that even the most independent person needs to request for something from somebody else in order to feel linked and accepted. All of us require to be seen and appreciated by others, and this quote advises us of the importance of human connection and how it is necessary for our wellness.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Lord Acton between January 10, 1834 and June 19, 1902. He/she was a famous Historian from United Kingdom. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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