Han Fei on listening
Han Fei9 quotes“In dealing with those who share his bed, the enlightened ruler may enjoy their beauty but should not listen to their special pleas.”
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People are submissive to power, and few of them can be influenced by doctrines of righteousness.
Han FeiHan Fei The way is the beginning of all beings and the measure of right and wrong.
Han FeiHan Fei No benefit is more constant than simplicity; no happiness more constant than peace.
Han FeiHan Fei People at present think that five sons are not too many and each son has five sons also, and before the death of the grandfather there are already 25 descendants. Therefore people are more and wealth Is less; they work hard and receive little.
Han FeiHan Fei It is not difficult to know a thing; what is difficult is to know how to use what you know.
Han FeiHan Fei He who claims to be sure of something for which there is no evidence is a fool, and he who acts on the basis of what cannot be proved is an imposter.
Han FeiHan Fei It is dangerous for a ruler to trust others. He who trusts others can be manipulated by others.
Han FeiHan Fei Claiming certainty without corroborating evidence is stupid.
Han FeiHan Fei
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Everybody in the world is seeking happiness – and there is one sure way to find it. That is by controlling your thoughts. Happiness doesn’t depend on outward conditions. It depends on inner conditions.
Dale CarnegieDale Carnegie I often speak publicly, and when I do, I also get to listen to other presenters. The most memorable are the ones that hit an emotional chord with a tight story and a punch line. No fluff. Keep it creative and concise. Greatness exists in quality, not quantity.
Lewis HowesLewis Howes If you want to be a good conversationalist, be a good listener. To be interesting, be interested.
Dale CarnegieDale Carnegie Sit up straight, listen and participate.
Pat SummittPat Summitt Take a deep breath, listen to your favorite song and realize everything is gonna be okay, nothing is permanent.
Camila CabelloCamila Cabello Nobody is more persuasive than a good listener.
Dale CarnegieDale Carnegie Please, don’t listen all the hate and take a little break to fall in love with you.
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