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Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encou
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"Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you. Love me and I may be forced to love you"

- William Arthur Ward

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This quote by William Arthur Ward talks with the power of encouragement as well as love. It suggests that when we are flattered, we may not believe it, and when we are criticized, we might not like it. Nonetheless, when we are overlooked, we might not forgive it. On the other hand, when we are urged and also enjoyed, we will not forget it. This quote emphasizes the relevance of showing compassion as well as appreciation to those around us. It recommends that when we reveal love and motivation, it can have a lasting impact on individuals we care about. It also implies that when we are kind and helpful, it can cause a much deeper link as well as even love. This quote is a pointer that we ought to make every effort to be kind as well as supportive to those around us, as it can have a long-term and positive effect.

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