Ability hits the mark where presumption overshoots and diffidence falls short.

Summary

This quote suggests that having ability or skill is preferable to either presumption or diffidence. Presumption refers to assuming or taking things for granted without proper justification, while diffidence refers to lack of confidence or self-doubt. The quote suggests that possessing ability allows one to effectively navigate situations by avoiding the pitfalls of presumption and diffidence. In other words, while presumption may lead to overestimation and diffidence may result in underestimation, having the right abilities allows one to accurately and confidently achieve success.

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