The confession of our failings is a thankless office. It savors less of sincerity or modesty than of ostentation. It seems as if we thought our weaknesses as good as other people's virtues.

Summary

In this quote, the author suggests that openly admitting our flaws and weaknesses may not always be genuine or humble but can appear as a form of showing off. It implies that by confessing our mistakes, we might unintentionally elevate them to the status of someone else's accomplishments. The quote highlights the idea that there is often little appreciation or gratitude for openly acknowledging our failings, as it can portray a level of self-importance or seeking validation for our shortcomings.

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