Authors
Jules Renard
Jules Renard (1864–1910) was a French author best known for the novel Poil de Carotte and for his sharp, observant diaries and short stories. His concise, ironic style influenced 20th-century French literature and frequently examined human nature and social detail.
Quotes: 4
Quotes by Jules Renard

Desire and Action: The Mutual Dance of Fulfillment
Jules Renard’s statement invites us to reconceptualize our yearnings—not as distant stars, but as forces that respond to our own energies. By suggesting that 'everything you want also wants you,' Renard personifies desir...
Created on: 5/31/2025

Act as If You Are Brave, and You Will Be - Jules Renard
This quote suggests that bravery begins with the belief in oneself. By consciously acting as if you are brave, you can reshape your self-perception and ultimately become courageous.
Created on: 1/10/2025

It Is Not How Old You Are, but How You Are Old – Jules Renard
This quote highlights that the literal number of years someone has lived is not as important as how they experience and approach aging. A person's mentality and attitude toward growing older shapes their life more than t...
Created on: 10/23/2024

Laziness Is Nothing More Than the Habit of Resting Before You Get Tired - Jules Renard
This quote defines laziness as the preemptive act of resting without any real reason to do so. It highlights how laziness is more about habitually avoiding exertion than actual physical or mental exhaustion.
Created on: 9/30/2024