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Weak minds sink under prosperity as well as adversity but strong and deep ones have two high tides
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"Weak minds sink under prosperity as well as adversity; but strong and deep ones have two high tides"

- David Hare

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This quote by David Hare speaks to the idea that those with strong and deep minds have the ability to deal with both excellent and hard times. It recommends that those with weak minds are unable to manage either success or hardship, and will be overwhelmed by either. The phrase "2 high tides" is a metaphor for the 2 various types of situations that strong and deep minds can manage. The very first high tide is the great times, when prosperity exists. The 2nd high tide is the hard times, when adversity exists. This quote is a tip that those with strong and deep minds have the ability to manage both excellent and hard times, while those with weak minds will be overwhelmed by either. It is a tip to remain strong and durable in the face of both good and hard times.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by David Hare somewhere between June 5, 1947 and today. He/she was a famous Playwright from England. The author also have 16 other quotes.

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