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I maintain that, if everyone knew what others said about him, there would not be four friends in the world
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"I maintain that, if everyone knew what others said about him, there would not be four friends in the world"

- Blaise Pascal

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This quote by Blaise Pascal speaks to the fragility of relationships and the power of chatter. If everybody understood what others said about them, it would be challenging to keep any sort of friendship. People would be too scared of being judged or betrayed to trust anybody. Gossip can be harmful and upsetting, and it can rapidly damage relationships. It can also result in feelings of insecurity and mistrust. Pascal's quote recommends that if we were all knowledgeable about what others said about us, it would be difficult to find and keep relationships. It is essential to be conscious of what we state about others, as it can have a long lasting effect on our relationships. We need to strive to be kind and respectful in our interactions with others, and to be mindful of the power of gossip.

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Blaise Pascal This quote is written / told by Blaise Pascal between June 19, 1623 and August 19, 1662. He was a famous Philosopher from France. The author also have 93 other quotes.

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