Which do you believe?
Many popular sayings are correct, even insightful, when we apply them to our life’s circumstances. But when properbs are viewed without qualification, they can cancel each other out! (Thus, my nerdy ex-English teacher and avid reader side has taken control of this post!)
And we’ve all heard that “birds of a feather flock together” AND that “opposites attract”!
And it’s been said that “we’re never too old to learn”, BUT “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks”!
AND though we should “never judge a book by it’s cover”, we’ve heard that “clothes make the man!”
And what about “too many cooks spoil the broth” BUT “two heads are better than one”?
How about “you can catch more flies with honey”, BUT “the squeaky wheel gets the grease”?
Do any of these resonate with you? Do you care to argue for or against any of them? Do you have some other favorites you could share?
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How about “Grow up”, and “You’re Old enoogh to know better”.
How about “Grow up”, and “You’re Old enough to know better”.