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Advice Quotes

On giving it, taking it, and knowing when it's worth following.

This page collects quotes about advice in its many forms—skincare routines that go too far, the catch behind a free legal consultation, and mentors who talk instead of truly showing up. See our best quotes for related themes.

Good advice is always certain to be ignored, but that's no reason not to give it.

Agatha Christie

Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties.

Quotes by Aesop

What exists outside is a man's concern; let no woman give advice; and do no mischief within doors.

Quotes by Aeschylus

It is an easy thing for one whose foot is on the outside of calamity to give advice and to rebuke the sufferer.

Quotes by Aeschylus

Always Quotes

It is easy when we are in prosperity to give advice to the afflicted.

Quotes by Aeschylus

My advice to young actors is to push yourself and to aspire to be great.

Quotes by Adriane Lenox

I think that artists, at a certain point, can either become defiant and say that the audience is wrong, readers don't get them, and they're going to keep doing it their own way, or they can listen to the criticism...

Quotes by Adrian Tomine

I've been through a lot of different situations, and the key thing I've learned is: Don't panic. That's the advice I give people. If anaphylaxis occurs, just do the necessary things. If it's your first time, call and seek emergency...

Quotes by Adrian Peterson

Young people are often asked, 'What do you want to be when you grow up?' and given advice about how to lead meaningful adult lives, but where's the encouragement to lead meaningful lives right now?

Quotes by Adora Svitak

Best Quotes

There is lot of advice that I take from my brothers, as I am the youngest one. They give lot of advice to me.

Quotes by Aditya Roy Kapur

My advice is keep your lips away from the spinning things.

Quotes by Adam Savage

Any time Chris Nolan wants to call me for advice, he can.

Quotes by Adam McKay

If I could have anyone on speed dial it would be George Clooney. He seems like a cool guy who would give good advice.

Quotes by Adam Garcia

That's another piece of advice: Don't go to college; follow your dreams. Unless you're a doctor - then go to college.

Quotes by Adam DeVine

Good Quotes

I get messages from 21-year old white dudes who have just gotten out of an expensive college and say 'Hey can I pick your brain?' and I have nothing to say to them because A. They already have all the...

Quotes by Adam Conover

When you seek advice, do not withhold any facts from the person whose advice you seek.

Quotes by Abu Bakr

If anybody seeks your advice, offer right and sincere advice.

Quotes by Abu Bakr

He who is not impressed by sound advice, lacks faith.

Quotes by Abu Bakr

The Muslim leaders swallow the advice of the Western powers and bodies like the IMF and World Bank, even when it is bad for their countries and they know this.

Quotes by Abu Bakar Bashir

Me Quotes

My advice for writers is to get a good day job. It takes the pressure off writing if you have a job that pays the bills.

Quotes by Abraham Verghese

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of advice do these quotes cover?
This mix covers a skincare routine tip, a witty comparison about legal advice and advertising, a classic line about financial advice on Wall Street, and a critique of shallow mentoring advice given to kids.
Is there a quote about skincare advice?
Yes: "Women will use a glycolic acid cleanser, then an AHA/BHA serum, then a retinol night cream and sure, they have glowing skin, but that's the equivalent of a mini-peel each night."
Is there a well-known quip about getting financial advice on Wall Street?
Yes: "Wall Street is the only place that people ride to in a Rolls Royce to get advice from those who take the subway."
Does a quote criticize how mentoring programs give advice to kids?
Yes: "So many organizations have a mentoring arm, but they don't really do it. Their idea of mentoring a kid is giving them general advice. But what they need to do is read with children."
Where can I find more quotes about wisdom and advice?
For more, see our Best and Good quotes pages.

For more on everyday wisdom, browse our always and good quotes.