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"We have heeded no wisdom offering guidance"

- Dora Russell

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This quote by Dora Russell speaks to the idea of not listening to the wisdom of those around us. It suggests that we have not made the effort to take into consideration the guidance of those who have actually come before us, or those that have extra experience than us. It indicates that we have not made the effort to learn from the errors of others, or to gain insight from those that have actually undergone similar experiences. It is a pointer that we need to not be so quick to disregard the guidance of those who have preceded us, which we must take the time to consider the knowledge that is used to us. By doing so, we can acquire beneficial understanding and knowledge that can assist us make far better decisions and also lead us to a more effective future.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Dora Russell between April 3, 1894 and May 31, 1986. He/she was a famous Celebrity from England. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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