Amanda Filipacchi Quotes

Walking on eggshells is what stupid people call the effort required not to offend someone. For smart people, not offending takes no effort.

Amanda Filipacchi

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• Walking on eggshells is what stupid people call the effort required not to offend someone. For smart people, not offending takes no effort.

  

  Amanda Filipacchi
  • People
  • Effort
  • Offending