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"You must look into people as well as at them"

- Lord Chesterfield

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This quote by Lord Chesterfield encourages us to look beyond the surface of people and to take the time to get to know them. It suggests that we must not simply take individuals at stated value, however instead make the effort to understand them and their motivations. It indicates that we should make the effort to get to know individuals on a much deeper level, to comprehend their thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. It also suggests that we need to be open to learning from others and to understanding their perspectives. By checking out individuals, we can get a much better understanding of them and of the world around us. This quote encourages us to be more unbiased and to take the time to learn more about people on a much deeper level.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Lord Chesterfield between September 22, 1694 and March 24, 1773. He was a famous Statesman from United Kingdom. The author also have 60 other quotes.

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