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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
Shreya Biswas

Quote of the day by Shang Yang: 'The stupid don't even understand something that happened long ago, the wise understand it before it...' - thought-provoking lessons on intelligence, life strategy and why wise people predict outcomes early by founding father of legalism

Quote of the day by Shang Yang: Human behavior has always been shaped by how people respond to change, some react only after events unfold, while others anticipate outcomes before they happen. In today’s fast-moving world, the ability to understand consequences early is often what separates wise decision-making from repeated mistakes. Awareness, observation, and foresight play a key role in avoiding unnecessary problems and making better choices in life, politics, and personal growth.

Quote of the Day Today: Shang Yang on Intelligence and Human Behavior

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