Don't take advice.
We should not take advice from others and do what we think is right. The reason behind this advice is that others will advise us on the basis of what they experienced. But it is not necessary that whatever happens to others will happen to us also. Most good pieces of advice look correct to us because they are designed to suit the circumstances. In one situation, saying ‘Actions speak louder than words’ may look correct. But you cannot deny the correctness of the exact opposite saying- ‘Pen is mightier than the sword.’ Some more examples-
- Half knowledge is dangerous. Something is better than nothing.
- Birds of a feather, flock together. Opposite attracts.
- The face is the index of the mind. Appearance is often deceptive.
So do not rely on pieces of advice as they are just meant to suit the situations. Take your own decisions for your happiness.
Source- http://www.betterthanbefore.in/the-happiness-equation-summary/
In Germany we have a saying: "Ratschläge sind auch Schläge". Of course these two words are related in the german language and in english this makes no sense or the saying doesn't funktion as well. But literlly translated ins says "advice is also a punch in the face" and it means that every well-intentioned advice can hurt.
I hope you could understand my clouded writing ;)
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