Quotes About Advice

Edwards followed what he believed the proper procedure whenever contemplating a move: he agreed to convene an ad hoc council of clergy that would meet in May to advise him what to do.26

They used to advise young men to avoid gambling, drink, and women. And they were probably right in their time. But the single most important thing in the world today is not to read The New Yorker.

At times of distress, we all like to recall the advice of fathers and mothers. The best advice my father gave me was to keep faith and deep confidence in the potential of the Greek people nurture the belief that they can do things.

All these kings would do a deal better if they would put down their swords and listen to their mothers.

When you find yourself in bed with an ugly woman, the best thing to do is close your eyes and get on with it

There is entirely too much tut-tutting in this realm, if you ask me. All these kings would do a deal better if they put down their swords and listened to their mothers.

Do as you're told, sweetling, it won't be so bad. Wolves are supposed to be brave, aren't they?

he'd told her that young girls were always happiest with older men. Innocence and experience make for a perfect marriage.

Heed the wisdom of those who love you best.

First lesson," Jon said. "Stick them with the pointy end.

My mother told me that dead men don't sing

D'you remember that cave? We should have stayed in that cave. I told you so.

Mormont leaned forward. "Tarly, when I was a lad half your age, my lady mother told me that if I stood about with my mouth open, a weasel was like to mistake it for his lair and run down my throat. If you have something to say, say it. Otherwise, beware of weasels.

Get five or six," Bast said. "It's getting cold at night. Winter's coming." The innkeeper smiled. "I'm sure Martin will be flattered.

As angry as he was, his father could not help but laugh. 'You're not my son,' he told Bran when they fetched him down, 'you're a squirrel. So be it. If you must climb, then climb, but try not to let your mother see you.

My wet nurse said the same thing, Will," Royce replied. "Never believe anything you hear at a woman's tit. There are things to be learned even from the dead." His voice echoed, too loud in the twilit forest.

Ser Barristan wrinkled up his nose, and said, "Your Grace should not be here, breathing these black humors.

My wet nurse said the same thing, Will," Royce replied. "Never believe anything you hear at a woman's tit. There are things to

And his father's voice replied to him. "That is the only time a man can be brave.

Only lies offend me, never honest counsel.

If you desire to help thy friend, do so in a way that will not bring thy friend's burdens upon thyself.

Take not counsel of your fears

Yes. I never claimed credit for it. I was involved in the process. As coach, I said to him that this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, the risk-reward relationship is extremely favorable, and therefore we should play it on a larger scale than normal. And he took my advice.

Let me now… warn you in the most solemn manner against the baneful effects of the spirit of party.