Not a law firm in the entire city of New York bid for my employment as a lawyer when I earned my degree.
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Reacting in anger or annoyance will not advance one's ability to persuade.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Responding with anger does not help in convincing others.
This quote by Ruth Bader Ginsburg emphasizes the importance of maintaining composure and calmness in discussions, particularly when trying to persuade others. It suggests that emotional reactions, such as anger or annoyance, are counterproductive and can hinder effective communication and argumentation.
Themes
AngerPersuasionCommunicationCalmnessWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
During a heated debate at a community meeting.
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