He who takes offense when no offense is intended is a fool, and he who takes offense when offense is intended is a greater fool.

Brigham Young
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If you are offended by something that was not intended for you, then you’re a fool. If someone else is offended by something you said or did, then don’t be offended. The person who takes offense where none is intended is less than a fool. He’s simply acting like a person who has no idea how to interact with others in the world.

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