Quote by Georg Brandes

I admired in others the strength that I lacked myself.

I admired in others the strength that I lacked myself.

Summary

This quote conveys the admiration the speaker feels towards others for possessing a strength or quality that they themselves lack. It implies a certain level of self-awareness and humility in recognizing one's own limitations. The admiration might stem from a desire for personal growth or an appreciation for the unique capabilities of others. It captures the human tendency to admire and aspire to qualities that we wish to possess or develop within ourselves.

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